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  • Suicide Prevention Program Receives National Recognition

    September 1, 2016 The Ohio State University Suicide Prevention Program recently participated in a nationwide challenge to train campus communities in suicide prevention.  Of the 48 schools that participated, The Ohio State University was recognized as providing the most suicide prevention trainings in the nation.  We would like to thank all of our partners, REACH trainers,… [Read More]

    Suicide Prevention Program Receives National Recognition

  • House Bill 28: New State Law on Suicide Prevention for Ohio Colleges & Universities

    In July, 2015 Governor Kasich signed into law a bill that impacts suicide prevention on campuses across the state.  House Bill 28 (Anielski, R-Walton Hills,) requires public institutions of higher education to develop and implement a policy to advise students and staff on suicide prevention programs available on and off campus. The Ohio State University Suicide… [Read More]

    House Bill 28: New State Law on Suicide Prevention for Ohio Colleges & Universities

  • Access to support, education important in preventing suicide (The Lantern)

    Access to support, education important in preventing suicide As chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Ohio State, Dr. John Campo is often sought out when it comes to questions regarding mental health and suicide. Yet it was while he was still in medical school when Campo learned firsthand the value he… [Read More]

    Access to support, education important in preventing suicide (The Lantern)
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PREVENTION INFORMATION

A simple conversation can save a life.


Knowing the signs of suicide is important in helping someone who may be at risk. By offering your understanding, reassurance and support, you can help your loved one or friend seek the help he or she needs.

PROGRAMS

We offer a variety of services for individuals, programs, departments and student groups. OSU Suicide Prevention works in conjunction with many partners to implement the programs and services. The services we offer include:

REACH

REACH

REACH is a suicide prevention training program offered to students, faculty and staff to learn the risks, warning signs and how to intervene to prevent suicide. Schedule your training today.

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RUOK? Buckeyes

RUOK?

RUOK? Buckeyes is an anonymous stress and depression questionnaire designed to identify students at-risk of suicide and encourage them to get help.

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Faculty Online Training

Faculty Training

This online, interactive gatekeeper training simulation for faculty teaches the common indicators of psychological distress and how best to approach an at-risk student.

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OUTREACH

The Ohio State University Suicide Prevention is involved in outreach and community engagement and encourages participation and support from the student community and wider public. Here's how to make a difference.

BUCKEYES SPEAK UP

I Never Woke Up Crying Again

Anonymous I lost my father in July 1981. Before he died I had made plans to move to California in the fall. I went ahead with my plans. I was as happy and carefree as any young person going to live in California. I found a place to live and a job, however every day I was waking up crying. I looked in the phone book for any self help organizations, but to no avail. I found a suicide hotline and thought I am not suicidal, I just want to know why I am crying every morning. Finally I called the … CONTINUE

Students, faculty and staff, as well as community members, can donate to Ohio State Suicide Prevention at GIVETO.OSU.EDU, fund 312040.

OSU Campus Suicide Prevention Program
PAES Building 4th Floor
305 W. 17th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
suicideprevention@osu.edu