Mind Your Mind Speaks: S5EP16
Welcome to the Mind Your Mind Speaks Podcast!
In this episode, Executive Director Irene Barton is joined by Kaitlyn and Lesleigh from the Cobb Collaborative team. Together, they recognize September as Suicide Prevention Month and share about suicide warning signs, prevention strategies, and ways our community can support those impacted. They also highlight upcoming events like the You Are Loved Walk and QPR trainings, along with resources that can help save lives.
September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to acknowledge and support those who have been affected by suicide and to remember those we’ve lost. In the U.S., suicide is:
- The 2nd leading cause of death for ages 10–14 and 15–24
- The 11th leading cause of death overall
Upcoming Events
September 4: You Are Loved Walk
An evening to honor those impacted by suicide, uplift stories of resilience, and focus on prevention.
QPR Trainings (Question, Persuade, Refer)
Free evidence-based trainings that equip participants to recognize warning signs of suicide and connect someone to help.
- September 10th, 2025 – Virtual
- September 18th, 2025 – Douglasville
Resources & Toolkits
National Resources
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- SAMHSA Toolkit
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
