Thursday, June 7, 2012

From Huff Post / Military Suicide Rate Surges to Nearly 1 Every Day

                                                      Photo from: Huff Post


WASHINGTON -- Suicides are surging among America's troops, averaging nearly one a day this year – the fastest pace in the nation's decade of war.

The 154 suicides for active-duty troops in the first 155 days of the year far outdistance the U.S. forces killed in action in Afghanistan – about 50 percent more – according to Pentagon statistics obtained by The Associated Press...


Read the entire story HERE

If you or someone you know is suicidal, please reach out for help.
If you feel like you aren't receiving the help you need due to insurance coverage or lack of resources, PLEASE DON'T give up!

Fight for your life!
You are LOVED!
You are BEAUTIFUL!
You are NEEDED!

Call the Suicide Hotline anytime at: 1-800-273-8255
or call 911.

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