Ep 12 Suicide Prevention with Yellow Ribbon

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Summary
Dale Emme, founder of Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention, shares the story of how the organization started after losing their son to suicide. Yellow Ribbon focuses on awareness and education, providing training in schools and communities to teach people how to ask for help and be a support for others. They distribute cards with resources and instructions on how to help someone in crisis. The organization has grown over the years, with connections in schools and communities across the country and internationally. They also work with CIT officers and mental health professionals to de-escalate situations and provide appropriate support.
Takeaways
It's important to ask for help and reach out to others when dealing with mental health issues or supporting someone in crisis.
Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention provides training and resources to schools and communities to raise awareness and educate people about suicide prevention.
CIT officers and mental health professionals play a crucial role in de-escalating situations and providing appropriate support.
The organization has had a significant impact, saving many lives and empowering individuals to seek help and support others.
Self-care and setting boundaries are essential for mental health and well-being.
Sound Bites
"It's important for all of us to know that no matter what the subject is in our life that's ever hurting us, bothering us, whatever, it's always okay to ask somebody else for help."
"Just because we do [ask for help] doesn't make us any less of a man. It simply means we're human."
"The kids are coming up with lots of ideas about how to share the message of 'It's okay to ask for help.'"
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
03:31 Training and Education for Suicide Prevention
11:14 The Role of CIT Officers and Mental Health Professionals
32:14 The Impact of Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention
45:08 Conclusion and Parting Words