AFSP Michigan Chapter

10/13/2026

What we say about su***de on social media has real-life impact. 🗣️📱

An AFSP-funded study by Dr. Mark Sinyor found that hopeful content is linked to decreases in su***de rates and can inform safer social media storytelling.

Read more: https://afsp.org/su***deandsocialmedia

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10/13/2026

On , we recognize the urgent need for culturally competent mental health resources for Native and Indigenous communities. 💙

Advocate and scholar, Dr. Amáyá Scott, reflects on the barriers and research surrounding Indigenous mental health care.

"There is a need for us as a community to do and be better at supporting our Indigenous Relatives, and we can."

Read the blog:

Before I became a Lifesaver Ambassador for the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention (AFSP), I rarely, if ever, talked about mental health with anyone. AFSP cares and recognizes that Indigenous Peoples, among other marginalized communities, deserve to be supported and cared for.

10/11/2026

On , find ways to support and uplift the LGBTQ+ community around you. 🏳️‍🌈 Speak out against discrimination, educate yourself, and stand with your loved ones each and every day.

Here's how you can support someone who is coming out:

1. Use the person's chosen name and pronouns.
2. Speak up when others make negative comments about LGBTQ+ folks.
3. Tell your LGBTQ+ person that you love them.
4. Educate yourself on LGBTO+ history, narratives and issues.
5. Refer folks to su***de prevention resources.

For more support, visit afsp.org/LGBTQ

10/10/2026

Your mental health should be a priority, every day. 💙

Artwork by Lexi Mire

10/10/2026

On , we want to remind you that mental health is just as important as physical health.🧠✨💙

Create space today to support your mental health — even if it's something small. Get outside for five minutes, do a breathing exercise, or talk with a loved one who brings you joy. You got this!

10/09/2026

Looking for something to do on Sunday? Join us in Grand Rapids as we wrap up our community walk season here in MI! It’s going to be a beautiful day filled with hope, community, and connection! For more info go to:
💙 AFSP.org/grandrapids 💚

10/09/2026

Because of researchers like these, we are getting closer to stopping su***de.

💙 Emily Haroz, Ph.D. and Novalene Goklish, Ph.D., Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health
Drs. Haroz & Goklish are studying how to effectively scale New Hope, a culturally adapted su***de prevention intervention, to reach American Indian youth and communities across the

💙 Drew Barzman, M.D., Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Dr. Barzman is comparing inpatient and outpatient crisis care to better understand which treatment settings are safest and most effective for adolescents experiencing suicidal thoughts.

💙 Robin Aupperle, Ph.D., Laureate Institute for Brain Research and Christine Cha, Ph.D., Yale School of Medicine
Drs. Aupperle & Cha are studying whether real-time brain feedback can strengthen positive, future-oriented thinking and reduce suicidal thoughts and intent.

💙 Paul Bloom, Ph.D., Columbia University
Dr. Bloom is studying whether patterns in adolescents' social media language can help identify periods of heightened risk for suicidal behavior.

💙 Leanne Nieforth, Ph.D., Purdue University
Dr. Nieforth is studying how relationships with companion dogs may protect against suicidal thoughts and behaviors among veterans and inform future prevention strategies.

Learn more about our research impact strategy, including AFSP-funded grants at afsp.org/research

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10/08/2026

Your healing journey is as unique as your relationship with the one you lost. Grief isn’t linear, and everyone moves through it in their own way 💙

Join others who are also exploring their paths through grief at a event near you. Register: afsp.org/survivorday 🔗

10/07/2026

Whether you're struggling in silence or not, we see you.💙

We know the emotional struggles you live with everyday are just as real any physical sickness or injury — even if we can't see them. Talking about your mental health can be complex but you are not alone and there are people who want to listen and be there for you.

Please know that help is always available. If you’re struggling, call 988 or text TALK to 741741. They’re here for you and available 24/7.

10/06/2026

💜💙Our Downriver walk has been having an amazing auction this year and it ends Sunday night at 11:59pm.

We have some great items that were donated to us and the money will benefit the AFSP Michigan Chapter! Please check them out in the link below. I've also included photos in the comments.

📦Most items can be shipped if necessary. We will give you the cheapest price for shipping and add it to the total.

https://new.biddingowl.com/afspdownriver