Suicide Prevention

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States.  In addition to those who may die by suicide, we also recognize that many more may be struggling with thoughts of suicide and/or other mental health problems.  If you, or someone you know, is struggling, please know that help is available!

Watch this short video about suicide prevention:

Know the Warning Signs

Warning Signs of Suicide May Include:

  • Verbal cues, such as stating they feel hopeless, helpless, trapped, etc.

  • Withdrawal

  • Isolation

  • Changes in Mood

  • Changes in Sleep Patterns

  • Changes in Substance Use, such as alcohol or other drugs

  • Giving important possessions away

  • Looking for and obtaining necessary items to attempt suicide

  • Talking about death or dying, especially if out of the ordinary

How to Help

How to Help Someone who May Have Thoughts of Suicide:

  • Recognize signs that someone may be thinking about suicide and respond!

  • Take action or get others involved!

    • Ask directly about suicide (“Are you thinking about suicide?”)

    • Express concern

    • Listen with empathy and no judgment

    • Remind them that help is available

    • Remind them that they’re not alone

  • Make a referral to a supportive resource, such as a mental health professional or other campus or community resource.

Resources Available

  • On campus assistance is available through our Wellness Team, who are trained suicide prevention:

    Courtney Jaimes, MEd, LPC, PMH-C
    Corinth Campus, Suite 120
    940-498-6203
    cjaimes@nctc.edu
    Book an Appointment

    Felicia Smith, MA
    Gainesville Campus, Room 108
    940-668-4295
    fsmith@nctc.edu
    Book an Appointment

    TimelyCare – Free 24/7 virtual services for currently enrolled students, including on-demand mental health support and scheduled counseling services.

    Learn more about using TimelyCare by watching this video.

  • Texoma Community Center
    Serving Cooke, Fannin, and Grayson Counties

    Cooke County Location:
    301 North Grand Ave.
    Gainesville, TX 76240

    Phone: 940-612-1389

    Fax: 940-612-1513

    Denton County MHMR
    Serving Denton County

    Location:
    2519 Scripture St.
    Denton, TX 76201

    Crisis phone: 800-762-0157

    Main phone: 800-942-5808 or 940-381-5000

    Helen Farabee Centers
    Serving Archer, Baylor, Childress, Clay, Cottle, Dickens, Foard, Hardeman, Haskell, Jack, King, Knox, Montague, Stonewall, Throckmorton, Wichita, Wilbarger, Wise and Young Counties

    Graham Administration
    1720 4th Street
    Graham, TX 76450

    Phone: 940-549-4896

    Montague County Center
    605 Decatur Street
    Bowie, TX 76230

    Phone: 940-696-6267

National Resources

Suicide Prevention

Training

NCTC offers AS+K About Suicide to Save a Life – Basic Gatekeeper Trainings throughout the year to students, faculty, and staff.  These trainings offer an overview of public health information important to developing suicide prevention gatekeeper skills.  Course topics include risk factors, protective factors, and warning signs related to suicide and how to connect someone to care if you think they may be struggling.  For more information, or to schedule a group training, please email counseling@nctc.edu.

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