Suicide Prevention - 5:09
with Steve Windom, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Southeast Michigan Chapter
Posted Aug 28, 2017
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention?raises awareness, funds scientific research and provides resources and aid to those affected by suicide. Suicide is the 10th?leading cause of death in the United States. Steve Windom of?American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Southeast Michigan Chapter discusses the importance of mental health care and more. Interview recorded August 24th, 2017.
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