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Welcome Employer

"For years, Joe was one of our most consistent performers, but over the past several months, his productivity and focus has really fallen off. I really don't know what is going on?"

-Anonymous

Introduction

Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. Employers are in a unique position to observe workers over long stretches of time and can be instrumental in saving a life or assisting an employee to get help. Knowing what to look for and what to do to help someone who is at risk for suicide are key assets and require that employers be observant and take the necessary actions.

Learn about suicide

You may have noticed a change in one of your employees. Perhaps he or she seems less productive and reliable than usual, is calling in sick more often, or arriving late at work. These behaviors could be indicators of many things including a mental illness, like depression, and/or could be signs of potential suicidal thoughts or actions.

A strain on the workplace
Absenteeism, decreased production, on-the-job injuries, poor morale, and troubled relationships with coworkers could contribute to the bottom line of any business, but can also indicate the presence of mental illness or suicidal thoughts in an employee. There are many behaviors that can be warning signs or associated factors to suicidal thoughts and actions.

In fact, there is growing evidence that what was once viewed as laziness, apathy, poor performance or bad attitude on the job for many workers are now properly assessed as manifestations of depression.

What to look for as an employer

Find information on associated factors and warning signs for suicide as well as the impact of suicide on the workplace. Employers can actively advocate for the wellbeing of their employees and promote increased job productivity by initiating proactive suicide prevention and mental health awareness measures in the workplace.

What to do to help as an employer

Be proactive and address the mental health needs of your employees. Find information about some of the preventive measures that you can take within the workplace to address possible suicidal thoughts and actions.

What education is available for an employer

Find current and authoritative resources for employers to enhance their general knowledge about suicide as well as offers informational materials for employees who may be suffering with suicidal thoughts or may be a survivor of suicide.

What researchers are doing to impact employers

Research efforts help to increase our understanding of suicide. Find information on current research that is of importance to employers to help them in their mission of advocating for needed treatment of their personnel and for new research efforts on suicide and suicide prevention.

What other resources are available for employers

There are many resources that do not “fit” into any one general category. Find resources specific to your interest as an employer and associated with the topic of suicide and suicide prevention.

What to look for

>>Myths

>Professional resources

>>Professional screening tools

>>Suicide risk screening tools

What to do to help