Stories written by Kevin Yaudes
Uniting the Community: Strengthening Suicide Prevention in Southwest Louisiana
Kevin Yaudes teaches undergraduate psychology and graduate counseling at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana. After recognizing a need for suicide prevention in his community, Kevin connected with AFSP. Before he knew it, he was chairing the Southwest Louisiana Walk.
Out of the Darkness Walker Spotlight Interview: Kevin Yaudes
Stigma surrounding suicide impedes the open discussion of challenges that contribute to suicidal thought and behavior, so those suffering often think they are alone. To my knowledge, the Out of the Darkness Walks are the only national, recurring community event with suicide prevention as a focus.