- Stigma and silence; fear of asking.
- Cost, access, and waitlists for care.
- Weak follow-up; easy access to lethal means.
Overcoming obstacles
Normalize conversation, fund access, build follow-up systems, and improve means safety at home and community
level.
If you’re in immediate danger: In the U.S., call or text 988. Outside the U.S., visit FindAHelpline.com.