KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. Team Kirtland is observing the month via a series of events and information on suicide and how to support people in danger. Included in the information will be myths about suicide and the realities which help us to support our wingmen:
Myth: once someone is suicidal, he or she will always remain suicidal.
Truth: most suicidal people are desperately seeking a way out of unbearable emotional pain and are ambivalent about ending their own lives. Heightened suicide risk is often short-term and situation-specific. While suicidal thoughts may return, they are not permanent and an individual with previously suicidal thoughts and attempts can go on to live a long life.
The Military Crisis line, toll-free number is (800) 273-TALK (273-8255),
which is available 24/7, can be used anywhere in the United States and
connects callers to a certified crisis center near where the call is placed.
Local Helping Agencies:
Mental Health Clinic 505 846-3305
Chaplain 505 846-5691 / 505 846-3777
Primary Care Behavioral Health 505 846-3200
Military One Source 1-800-342-9647
Military & Family Life Counselor (MFLC) 505 280-0664
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator 505 846-7272
#BeThere - Your action could save a life.