Dispel the stigma of mental illness and help prevent suicide through Suicide Prevention Week. Join your district and Guidance and Counseling in raising awareness about suicide prevention and in spreading the message that #YouMatter. #Together4MH #Bethelight

Be the Light Week is a part of Suicide Prevention Month.

Get involved

Participate in the mental health dress-up days:

• Monday: Shine Bright
  Wear bright colors to spread hope.
• Tuesday: Stronger Together
  Show school spirit by wearing community colors.
• Wednesday: Hats Off
  Tip your hat to Mental Health Awareness! Wear fun hats to help start a conversation.
• Thursday: Twins Day
  No one walks alone! Wear the same outfit as a friend.
• Friday: Dream Big
  Celebrate self-care by wearing pajamas.

Resources

Help is always available. The Suicide Lifeline can be reached by calling or texting 988. You can also chat online or find Deaf/HoH resources on 988lifeline.org.

• How to help someone who's suicidal
• Jason Foundation
• A Friend Asks app
• GISD Suicide Prevention presentation
• Anonymous Alerts

Contact your campus counselor to learn more about where to get help. See our Counseling Services section for information about our programs.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention offers resources to anyone who is struggling or who wants to make a difference for someone else by providing support and understanding. You can also learn more about suicide prevention on afsp.org.

Have questions? Contact Counseling at Askcounseling@garlandisd.net.