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Join Dauphin County ASPIRE for the 2026 Suicide Prevention Conference Someone you care about says, “I don’t know how much longer I can do this.” It could be your child. A friend. A coworker. Someone who has seemed fine until now. You want to help, but suddenly you’re weighing every word: Should I ask directly about suicide? What if they say yes? What do I do next? You don’t have to work in mental health to face that moment. You just have to care about someone. On Monday, November 2, the 2026...
It Matters How We Talk About Suicide
NOTE: Suicide prevention starts with understanding. This is part 4 of our Suicide Prevention Learning Series. Over this four-part educational series from Dauphin County ASPIRE, you’ll learn to recognize warning signs, respond with compassion, and feel more confident supporting someone who may be struggling. Throughout this series, we’ve explored what to do when you’re worried about someone, common myths about suicide, and the difference between warning signs and risk factors. In this...
Warning Sign vs. Risk Factor
How to Recognize Both and What to Do NOTE: Suicide prevention starts with understanding. This is part 3 of our Suicide Prevention Learning Series. Over this four-part educational series from Dauphin County ASPIRE, you’ll learn to recognize warning signs, respond with compassion, and feel more confident supporting someone who may be struggling. In the previous article, we explored common myths that keep people from starting important conversations. Now we’ll look at one of the most...
Common Myths About Suicide
NOTE: Suicide prevention starts with understanding. This is part 2 of our Suicide Prevention Learning Series. Over this four-part educational series from Dauphin County ASPIRE, you’ll learn to recognize warning signs, respond with compassion, and feel more confident supporting someone who may be struggling. Each article builds on the last, helping you replace fear and misinformation with practical, evidence-informed guidance. In this article, you’ll learn:Why asking about suicide does...
What to Do If You Are Worried
Suicide Prevention Starts with Human Connection NOTE: Suicide prevention starts with understanding. This is part 1 of our Suicide Prevention Learning Series. Over this four-part educational series from Dauphin County ASPIRE, you’ll learn to recognize warning signs, respond with compassion, and feel more confident supporting someone who may be struggling. Whether you’re concerned about a friend, family member, coworker, neighbor, or someone in your community, each article offers...