September is also Suicide Prevention Month, a time to remind ourselves that connection and early support matter. Checking in with yourself, talking to someone you trust, or reaching out to a mental health professional can be an important step toward getting the support you need. You don't have to wait until things feel unbearable to start the conversation.

Each September, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) recognizes Suicide Prevention Month as a time to raise awareness, spread hope, and spark meaningful action around one of the most urgent mental health issues of our time.