Breaking
The Stigma
Together.
You are not alone. Whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone you love — help is here, and reaching out is a powerful step forward.
We All Have a Role to Play.
When it comes to suicide prevention, we all have a role to play — whether we're struggling ourselves or supporting someone we love. Healthy Natrona County has community-based prevention efforts to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and strengthen community prevention across Natrona County.
Suicide rates rise sharply after age 14 in Wyoming.
Wyoming men account for 80% of suicide deaths.
Most suicides involved a firearm.
By learning the warning signs, seeking help, and having open conversations, we can better understand how to prevent suicide and protect lives. Together, our community can make a difference.
What You Can Do Right Now.
Know the warning signs. Familiarize yourself with SAMHSA's guide to warning signs so you can recognize when someone may be in crisis.
Start the conversation. Check in, ask how they're really doing, and don't be afraid to ask directly, "Are you thinking about suicide?" A caring conversation can make a difference.
Listen without trying to fix it. Sometimes being heard matters more than having answers. Hold space before offering solutions.
Take it seriously. If something feels off, trust your gut and don't brush it aside. Your instincts can save a life.
Encourage them to get support. Suggest reaching out to a trusted professional, counselor, or the 988 Crisis Hotline.
Stay connected. Follow up, check in again, and remind them they're not alone. Consistency matters.
Act in urgent situations. If someone is in immediate danger, don't wait — call for help right away. Call 911 or 988 immediately.
Conversations Today Change Tomorrow.
Together, we can nurture growth through conversations that promote prevention for our children. Lead with confidence. Talking openly about mental health, suicide, and emotional well-being isn't a sign that something is wrong — it's a sign that you care.
Children and teens are listening — even when it doesn't seem that way. The conversations you have at home build the foundation for how they'll respond when life gets hard.
Creating a safe environment is another important way to protect the young people in your life. Safe storage of firearms helps prevent both accidental injuries and suicide. If firearms are present in the home, keep them locked and unloaded, store ammunition separately, and ensure only authorized adults can access them. Small steps like these can make a meaningful difference in keeping children and teens safe.
Lead with Confidence
Get the Parent Handbook — practical tools for the conversations that promote prevention and keep your child safe.
Local & National Support.
You don't have to navigate this alone. These resources are here for you, your family, and your community — any time, day or night.
Know of a local mental health resource we should feature? Let us know — we want this list to grow with our community's needs.
If Not Now, When?
Every conversation matters. Every check-in counts. If you or someone you know needs support, reach out today — you are not alone.