美国华人联盟心理健康项目 UCA WAVES 总第 19 期: 9月是预防自杀月

 

美国华人联盟心理健康项目 UCA WAVES 总第 19 期

September is Suicide Prevention Month 预防自杀月

9月是预防自杀月。 据世界卫生组织的2021年公布的数据，每年有70.3万人自杀身亡，许多人自杀未遂。自杀是影响家人、社区和整个国家的悲剧，对死者亲友造成持久的影响。自杀发生在生命周期的各个阶段。2019年，自杀是全球15-29岁年龄组中第四大死亡原因。 据CDC公布的数据，在美国，2022年，自杀是10-64岁人群死亡的前九大原因之一，是10-14岁和25-34岁人群的第二大死因。 然而，自杀可以预防的。

According to data released by the World Health Organization in 2021, 703,000 people die by suicide each year, with many more attempting suicide. Suicide is a tragedy that affects families, communities, and entire nations, leaving lasting impacts on the loved ones of those who have died. Suicides occur across all stages of life; in 2019, it was the fourth leading cause of death globally among individuals aged 15-29. In the United States, according to the CDC, suicide was among the top nine leading causes of death for people aged 10-64 in 2022, and it was the second leading cause of death for those aged 10-14 and 25-34. Suicide is preventable, and Everyone can be a suicide preventionist.

9月10日—世界预防自杀日，北卡罗来纳州加纳表演艺术中心特地举办了一场特别活动：聚焦自杀预防与心理健康支持。活动亮点之一是《唤醒美国灵魂：关于自杀的思考》纪录片的观影，旨在提升公众对于自杀预防的认识，并为那些受到心理健康问题影响的个人和家庭提供帮助与支持。 On September 10th, World Suicide Prevention Day, the Garner Performing Arts Center in North Carolina hosted a special event organized by Alliance Health, Wake County Government, and NC partners, focusing on suicide prevention and mental health support.

作为活动策划委员会的成员之一，WAVES执行长陈健和义工刘莉莉，以及来自北卡各地的百余人一起参加了这场活动，并观看了影片。这部长达70分钟的影片通过多个亲历者展示了如何战胜心理健康挑战摆脱自杀困扰的经历，影片讲述的故事令人共鸣，许多观众深受感动，场内不时传来轻微的抽泣声。 在活动中播放的纪录片《唤醒美国灵魂：关于自杀的思考》已经在YouTube上播放了超过7个月，观看量已超过100万次。

The event featured the screening of the documentary Moving America's Soul on Suicide, aimed at raising awareness about suicide prevention and providing support to individuals and families affected by mental health challenges. The film shared the remarkable stories of men and women who have triumphed over trauma, pain, and mental health challenges. It explores what leads a person to these dark places, but more importantly, shines a light on how to help them find their way back.  As part of the event planning committee member, WAVES executive director Lily Chen and volunteer Lily Liu attended the event and watched the video along with over 100 people from across North Carolina. The 70-minute film shared deeply moving stories of individuals who overcame mental health struggles, resonating with many audience members. The powerful narratives brought home the message that anyone can face moments of vulnerability, highlighting the importance of recognizing that mental health challenges can affect anyone. The documentary shown at the event - Moving America Soul on Suicide, has been available on YouTube for over seven months and has been viewed more than 1 million times.

The 2024 Suicide Prevention Month Toolkit 自杀预防月工具包

你如何获取帮助 让我们一起了解自杀预防知识：学习自杀的警示信号和风险因素，了解如何支持有自杀念头的人，并熟悉988自杀与危机热线的服务。 如有需要请访问自杀预防资源中心（SPRC）：每年，SPRC都会提供一份资源，介绍如何参与自杀预防宣传月活动。

自杀信号： 1.会经常讨论或为自杀做计划。 2. 情绪焦躁，容易被激怒，行为鲁莽。 3. 会谈论担心成为别人的负担。 4. 会谈论感到被困住或承受无法忍受的痛苦。 5. 对于烟酒上瘾。 6. 谈论活着没意思没希望。 7. 睡眠过多或过少。 8. 与他人疏远，或感觉被孤立。 9. 表现出愤怒，或谈论复仇。 10. 表现出极端情绪波动。

How You Can Help Educate yourself and others about suicide prevention: Learn the warning signs and risk factors for suicide, how to support someone considering suicide, and familiarize yourself with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Visit the Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC): Each year, the SPRC creates a resource full of ways to get involved in Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.  请记住： 每个人都可以在自杀预防中发挥作用。了解自杀的警示信号，让我们成为那个给予支持的人。如果你或他人需要帮助，拨打或发送短信至988（英文），或1-800-881-8502（中文），或者访问988Lifeline.org进行在线聊天。 EVERYONE can play a role in suicide prevention. Know the warning signs of suicide and be the 1 to offer support. Seek help for yourself or others by calling or texting 988 （English）or 1-800-881-8502 （Chinese） or chatting with 988Lifeline.org. 

焦点小组-了解北卡亚裔居民的健康需求和障碍 Identifying AAPI Health Disparity Research - Focus Group

8月30日，为了更好的了解北卡亚裔居民的健康需求和障碍，在Blue Cross NC Foundation 公司的基金资助下，UCA WAVES在北卡州Morrisville 举办了一场焦点小组讨论会，是四场焦点小组讨论会的最后一场。讨论会由WAVES执行长Lily Chen主持，参加这次的讨论会都是会说粤语的华裔移民，大部分来自北卡的广东同乡会。 讨论会围绕以下三个问题展开讨论—— 1. 在您的社区中，您经历或观察到的主要健康挑战是什么？ 2. 您如何观察到社区中的人们克服这些挑战？ 3. 您会提出哪些可行的建议来帮助克服这些挑战？ 与会的人员都非常积极地参与了讨论，提出自己的想法，并在每个问题的问答结束后把答案归类，并对重要性进行排序。 On Aug 30, UCA WAVES Executive Director Lily Chen led an impactful community discussion on pressing health challenges facing North Carolina’s Chinese community. Organized by UCA WAVES, the event marked the fourth and final focus group conducted in Cantonese as part of the Identifying Health Disparity Research Project, funded by the Blue Cross NC Foundation.  The discussion centered on three critical questions: identifying the major health challenges within the community, exploring how individuals have successfully navigated these issues, and offering actionable suggestions for overcoming them. Attendees actively engaged, sharing personal experiences and strategies that highlighted both the challenges and the resilience within the community. Participants expressed their gratitude to UCA WAVES Director Lily Chen for her leadership, which fostered a strong sense of community and connection. As the event concluded, there was a shared hope among attendees for more opportunities to gather and continue addressing and overcoming the health challenges within the community.

WAVES成员解健的故事出现在MHFA月刊上 WAVES Team Member Jian Xie’s Story Featured in MHFA Newsletter

最近，心理健康急救机构（MHFA）举办故事角活动，挑选具有影响力和激励性的故事进行宣传。UCA WAVES成员解健的故事被选中并出现在其月刊上，诠释了如何化悲伤为动力造福社区的故事。 两年前，解健的一位亲密朋友的儿子自杀，这个惨痛的经历唤醒了解健对心理健康的关注。为了获取心理健康的相关知识，解健参加了UCA WAVES的培训，随后成为WAVES的志愿者，并在去年十月在达拉斯组织了与心理健康相关的本地活动，努力推动公开的对话，打破华裔社区关于心理健康的污名化问题。

之后，解健还通过了培训和考核，成为了一名认证的MHFA讲师，她在帮助华裔社区提高心理健康意识方面发挥了积极的作用，为建立一个心理健康与身体健康同等重视的社区而不断奉献并努力着。  分享你自己的MHFA经历，与我们一起传播心理健康意识的信息。订阅我们的月刊，获取最新的心理健康相关动态。 As summer draws to a close, the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) community celebrates remarkable stories of resilience and impact. Among them, UCA WAVES team member Jian Xie’s journey has been prominently featured on the MHFA website, serving as a powerful example of how personal tragedy can drive transformative action.  Two years ago, Jian faced an unimaginable loss with the suicide of a dear friend’s son. This profound experience ignited Jian’s commitment to mental health advocacy. Driven by the desire to honor this loss and foster understanding, Jian attended Training by WAVES and later started to volunteer for WAVES, and organized local events with mental health professionals last Oct. in Dallas. Her efforts aimed to create open dialogues and break down the stigma surrounding mental health issues within the community. Jian’s dedication led her to become a certified MHFA instructor. Through this certification, she has played a crucial role in raising awareness and promoting the importance of mental health, striving to build a community where mental health receives equal attention as physical health. As we reflect on the impact of our First Aiders, Jian Xie’s journey reminds us of the positive changes that can be achieved through dedication and advocacy.  Share your own MHFA experiences and join us in spreading the message of mental health awareness. Follow us to stay updated on the latest in mental health advocacy.

精神健康急救员培训月度更新 Mental Health First Aid Training Monthly Update

从2024年初截至8月底，共计248人已成功完成培训，恭喜他们！ So far in 2024, a total of 248 people have completed training! Congratulations !!  UCA WAVES联合 MHACC 在2023年举办了多次“精神健康急救员培训”，该培训是一门以技能为主的认证课程，由美国心理健康委员会管理。 Managed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, this certification course equips attendees with skills to recognize and respond to crises and substance abuse symptoms. Successful participants earn a globally recognized "MHFA Certificate". The Mental Health First Aid Training Program aims to educate community members about mental health and boost their ability to prevent or handle crises, allowing them to become "mental health guardians" for themselves and their loved ones. 为什么要参加培训？点击阅读详情...

你身边有朋友、同事甚至家人有过情绪低落、心情抑郁的吗？你听说过有人好好的忽然就抑郁了，甚至没有任何征兆就忽然自杀了的吗？其实这些人曾经一再发出求救信号，可是很多人因为不了解，所以听不到也看不到这些求救信号。 这个免费的培训可以帮助我们学习有关精神健康的知识。通过学习，可以及早接收到这些求救信号，及早发现症状，并学习怎样有效帮助身边的人以及自己社区的人。名额有限，请大家报名从速。

亚特兰大NACA举办促进亚太裔社区精神健康活动，WAVES协办 Asian Parents American Children with "Mental Health Conference"

作为第一代亚裔美国移民，你是否与在美国长大的孩子有沟通的困扰?是否想对他们有更深入的了解? 10月5日，在乔治亚州亚特兰大附近的Johns Creek，NACA (The National Association of Chinese-Americans)将举办一场旨在促进亚太裔（AANHPI）社区精神健康的活动（UCA WAVES协办）——一场主题为“亚裔父母，美国孩子；我们的故事，我们的心声”的现场对话。扫海报中的二维码即可报名。 As first generation Asian American immigrants, have you questioned if you’ve made the right choices on parenting? How are our children absorbing and interpreting their experiences?  On October 5, NACA (The National Association of Chinese-Americans) will host an event (in partner with UCA WAVES) in Johns Creek, Georgia to promote mental health in the AANHPI community. Scan the barcode to register.

预祝大家中秋节快乐！阖家团圆，幸福安康！ WAVES邀请您，和我们一起共度佳节，共同探讨如何更好的改善亚裔社区的精神健康！ HAPPY MID AUTUMN FESTIVAL Let's get together to celebrate this traditional Chinese festival and explore ways to improve Mental Health in our communities.

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