National suicide rates have increased 30% in the past two decades, with ages 10-14 and 25-35 showing the highest rates. COVID-19 has contributed to the suicide burden, particularly for Black, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Hispanic males. While it has long been thought that mental illness is the driving factor, recent data for the Center for Disease Control (CDC) suggest that over half of Americans who died by suicide had no previously known mental health issues. Instead, economic, financial, relationship, and addiction problems appear to be fueling the increasing rates. Join us for this important webinar where we’ll discuss what can be done to curb this unprecedented epidemic.

In this training you will learn:

• Key risk factors fueling the suicide epidemic

• Warning signs that should lead to intervention

• Protective factors for individuals, families, and communities

• How a parts model can provide leverage points for treatment

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If you or someone you know needs to talk about abuse, neglect, emotional health, mental health, behavioral health, or substance use concerns there is always someone here to hear you at the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line (1-855-662-7474), the Healthcare Worker and First Responder Support Line (1-855-507-5509), or Peer-to-Peer Warmline (1-855-466-7100). Visit our website for more information: https://nmcrisisline.com/

Download the NMConnect app to easily access the call lines and resources.

Link to the Apple iOS download: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nmconnect/id1505881354

Link to the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nmcrisisline.app

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When you attend this workshop you will be reminded that the key to successful behavior change is understanding what needs to change. When addiction is the challenge, it may seem obvious that it be the focus of your efforts. But for most, addictive behavior is a symptom that emerges from various roots that need to be identified and addressed for successful long term outcomes. Thank you for joining us to learn more about how overcoming addiction and leading a life or recovery is available to anyone .

If you are a person who has experienced substance use and/or behavioral addictions in your life (current or previous), support someone experiencing addiction, or work in the field and encounter people experiencing addiction then this is the program for you. We invite you to join us to learn how the NM 5-Actions Program™ can give you access to powerful learning and behavior change tools to overcome addiction.

The NM 5-Actions Program™ was developed to give people access to powerful learning and behavior change tools to overcome addiction. Features include:

Over 100 videos (6+ hours) organized into easy to use learning modules
Information for families, friends, and loved ones struggling with addiction
Self-help assessment tools to explore substance use and addictive behaviors
COVID-specific resources for those struggling with addiction

We encourage you to visit the website to learn more about the program at: www.nm5actions.com

Public Awareness video can be seen here: https://vimeo.com/459569121/d86d888ff2