7 ways to support an employee
experiencing thoughts of suicide

In observance of Suicide Prevention Month, our September EAP article for employees focuses on general guidance for helping someone experiencing thoughts of suicide. In this article, you’ll find additional considerations for helping your employees if you are a supervisor, manager, or HR professional.

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Research & Resources

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention and Intervention Resources (Washington State Employee Assistance Program). Guidance for helping yourself, a loved one, a coworker, or an employee who may be experiencing thoughts of suicide.

PROCLAMATION - Suicide Prevention Month and Suicide Prevention Day (Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs). Recognition of suicide prevention observances from the Office of the Governor.

What Employers Need to Know About Suicide Prevention (Harvard Business Review). "Research suggests first leaders and managers must recognize the workplace predictors of suicide. Then, create a respectful and inclusive work environment, learn to identify employees who might be at risk, and create a plan to take action."

What to Do When an Employee Threatens Suicide (Littler Mendelson P.C.). Privacy, ADA, and other considerations when supporting employees in crisis.

Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention in the Workplace (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and United Suicide Survivors International). A white paper for HR professionals and employment lawyers on policy and response recommendations for the workplace.