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The Front

Learn more about the problem of military suicide from the researchers, clinicians, and families on the front lines of this issue.

Insights From the Front Lines

As we continue to learn and seek insights from our clients about their experiences and outcomes, we welcome and encourage others to use these insights and join this fight.

Suicide Doesn’t Change Their Service

On Memorial Day, we choose to show reverence for those losses too. Because suicide doesn’t change their service to our country.

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Yes, You Should Say “Suicide” Out Loud

Does talking about suicide make someone attempt suicide? The short answer: No. We spell out the longer answer in this article.

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What to Do if Someone Says They’re Having Suicidal Thoughts

These 10 tips can help you respond to a loved one who is thinking of suicide and keep them safe.

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How to Talk about Suicide

Can talking about suicide make someone attempt suicide? The short answer: No. We spell out the longer answer in this article.

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Videos From the Front Lines

It’s easy to focus on this problem in terms of numbers, percentages, and statistics, but these are real people with friends, family members, and loved ones. The following content discusses military suicide and may be challenging for some.

Jared’s Story

Stop Soldier Suicide staff member and U.S. Army veteran Jared Zamora describes the moment he found out his brother died by suicide.

Murga Family Story

Kevin and Gay Murga lost their son Captain Austin Murga in September 2020. Gay and Kevin now dedicate their lives to help bring much-needed awareness to PTSD.