🎙 Safe Talk: Beyond Mental Health: Tackling Suicide as a Social Issue

In this Season 4, Episode 6 of “Safe Talk” Jenny Hunter welcomes back Dr. Kent Corso, a renowned suicidologist, behavior analyst, and veteran. Dr. Corso delves into the complexities of suicide prevention, emphasizing the importance of cultural relevance and the social dimensions of this critical issue. He shares insights on how his program, PROSPER, empowers communities to take proactive, evidence-based action.

One key highlight is Dr. Corso’s caution against using the word "cause" when discussing suicide. He explains how attributing causation can oversimplify the multifaceted factors leading to suicidal behavior, urging instead for a nuanced approach that recognizes correlation without reducing the issue to a single factor.

Dr. Corso also poses a thought-provoking question: How do we make suicide prevention relevant to those who don’t see it as their concern? From addressing stigma to enhancing societal connectedness, he shares practical steps individuals and communities can take to bring this issue into focus and save lives.

Visit prospertogether.net to learn more about PROSPER, and reach out via JR’s Hunt for Life’s global support page on Facebook. Together, let’s make a difference—because talk saves lives.

Suicide is not just a mental health issue—it’s a deeply rooted social issue. While mental health conditions can contribute to suicidal thoughts, many individuals who die by suicide have no history of mental illness. Suicide often stems from overwhelming life stressors such as relationship challenges, financial struggles, bullying, or feelings of isolation. Viewing it as a social issue allows us to address these broader factors and build a culture of connection, understanding, and support. By tackling the societal challenges that contribute to suicide, we can create meaningful prevention strategies that save lives.

💡 Tune in to learn how society, families, and individuals can foster a culture of care and connection. #humansSaveHumans.

“Safe Talk” is hosted by Jenny Hunter, founder of the global suicide prevention movement J.R.’s Hunt For Life, and Billy Floyd, media broadcaster and positive influencer. Together, they create a space for open dialogue that can truly save lives.

Featuring music by “Sounds of Soul”, courtesy of Fearless Motivation, this episode is produced by Angel Mountain Media.

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