Colleges and Universities

Promoting Individual, Family, and Community Connectedness to Prevent Suicidal Behavior

This document describes a five-year vision for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s work to prevent fatal and nonfatal suicidal behavior by building and strengthening connectedness within and among persons, families, and communities.

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http://www.cdc.gov/ViolencePrevention/pdf/Suicide_Strategic_Direction_Full_Versi...
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Campus Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Promotion
Comprehensive Approach
Developing a Campus Program
Promote Social Networks

This section supports Objective 4.3 of the NSSP: Increase the proportion of colleges and universities with evidence-based programs designed to address serious young adult distress and prevent suicide.