Stories about Latinx and Hispanic Communities
It's National Hispanic Heritage Month — Don't Miss These Upcoming Events
In observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month, taking place September 15 to October 15, join us for our upcoming events tailored specifically to Latinx and Hispanic communities.
Mental Health Resources for Latinx and Hispanic Communities
Each year, National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15. In recognition of this important month, we encourage you to use and circulate the following list of national mental health and suicide prevention resources focused on supporting Latinx and Hispanic communities.
Bringing Hope to Other Loss Survivors Has Helped Me Heal
In 2008, at the age of 20, Judy Battista’s son Daniel died by suicide. Met with love and support from her community, she was invited to an Out of the Darkness Walk. Later that year, she attended her first International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (also known as Survivor Day) event and began volunteering for AFSP.
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Shines Light on Reducing Mental Health and Suicide Stigma in Latinx and Hispanic Communities
AFSP is highlighting important ways to take action within the Latinx community to deepen awareness about suicide prevention and support those who may be struggling to find the help they need.
Survivor Day Live and Día de Esperanza (Day of Hope) 2022
Supplementing local events for International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day in 2022, AFSP featured two national, online events. These special presentations have been recorded, and are available to watch now.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention y la Asociación Nacional Latina de Salud Mental lanzan un recurso de prevención del suicidio para comunidades latinx e hispanas a nivel nacional
La American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) y la Asociación Nacional Latina de Salud Mental (NLBHA) están lanzando un recurso necesario para educación sobre la salud mental y concientización de la prevención del suicidio dirigido a comunidades de herencia hispana.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and National Latino Behavioral Association Launch a Suicide Prevention Resource for Latinx and Hispanic Communities
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and the National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA) are launching a needed resource for mental health and suicide prevention awareness education for communities of Hispanic heritage.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Forms New Chapter in Puerto Rico
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the nation’s largest suicide prevention organization, is thrilled to announce the formation of its new Puerto Rico chapter, bringing the total number of AFSP chapters to 73.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention forma capítulo nuevo en Puerto Rico
La American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), la organización de prevención del suicidio más grande del país, se complace en anunciar la formación de su nuevo capítulo en Puerto Rico, elevando el número total de capítulos AFSP a 73.
Mental Health and the Latinx Community: How Counselors Can Encourage Resilience and Build Relationships
One of the main challenges my clients experience is the stigma of seeking mental health services. This stigma is rooted in our Latinx/Hispanic family values, and comes from a belief that is necessary to keep our problems within the family.
National Latino Behavioral Health Association and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Partner to Advance Latino Suicide Prevention Efforts
NLBHA is proud to partner with the American Federal on Suicide Prevention to bring the expertise and experience of our national organizations to work collaboratively on the prevention of suicide in our nation and in the Latino community.
Siendo La Voz (“Boice” en Ingles Con Mi Acento Hispano) De Los Que No Se Escuchan
¿Alguna vez te has sentido discriminado? ¿Alguna vez alguien te ha dicho que no puedes hacer algo por ser quién eres? ¿Recuerdas qué fue y cómo te sentiste? ¿Recuerdas lo que hiciste? Me han discriminado por muchas razones, dos de las cuales son bastante obvias: soy hispana y soy mujer.
Can a Community Program Reduce Suicidal Ideation and Behavior in Latina Adolescents?
Suicidal ideation and suicide attempts occur at higher rates in adolescent Latinas than among girls from other ethnic groups.