Suicide (from Latin sui caedere, to kill oneself) is the act of intentionally ending one's own life; it is sometimes a noun for one who has committed, or attempted the act.
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- Befrienders Worldwide A suicide referral website. Gateway to hundreds of suicide helplines and emotional first aid centers worldwide and on the Internet.
- The Jason Foundation, Inc. Provides information about youth suicide and offers free educational material for teachers and youth workers.
- Suicide: Read This First Short page dealing with suicide, geared towards people considering killing themselves.
- Suicide Survivor FAQs Answers to questions by and about suicide survivors.
- American Association of Suicidology To understand and prevent suicide as a means of promoting human well-being.
- Suicide Prevention Triangle A suicide resource including self assessment software, resources, list of organizations, and support, visual art depicting suicide.
- SAVE - Suicide Awareness Voices of Education Aims to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, and features information, news, and resources.
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Created to raise awareness, offer support, fund research and call for action in regard to advancing a national response to the problem of suicide.
- QPR Institute, Inc Suicide prevention courses and training for professionals, institutions, and the public, on site or through a self-study program. Spokane, Washington, United States.
- Training Institute for Suicide Assessment and Clinical Interviewing Provides the interviewing tip of the month, training on suicide prevention and clinical interviewing for mental health professionals and physicians, and a complete article on suicide assessment techniques (CASE Approach).
- The Jed Foundation A nonprofit organization committed to reducing the youth suicide rate and improving the mental health support provided to students by universities within the United States.
- InfoSource: Gay/Bisexual Male Suicide Problems Information related to gay and bisexual male suicide problems.
- Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) Information on government suicide prevention efforts, news, events and links to important prevention publications.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Helps individuals in suicidal crisis within the United States to contact the nearest available suicide prevention and mental health service provider through a toll-free phone number. Also information for crisis centers, public education campaign, events, and news.
- PAPYRUS: Prevention of Young Suicide UK resources and support for those dealing with suicide, depression or emotional distress.
- Find Angel Suicide prevention through shared life experiences.
- Suicide Prevention Help Offers a personal approach for those who are despairing and thinking about suicide, and a directory of helpful suicide prevention resources from around the world.
- Suicidal Behaviors: Genetic Association Studies Database Database of academic papers on genetic and environmental factors in risk of suicide.
- University of Oxford Centre for Suicide Research Research focuses on investigation of the causes, treatment and prevention of suicidal behavior. Includes links to sources of statistics and other relevant sites.
- The Suicide Paradigm Includes ethical issues discussion, a glossary of suicide terminology, and a letter to suicidal young people.
- Pediatric Oncall - Depression An FAQ on the warning signs and symptoms of depression and suicide in the younger generation.
- Suicide/Violence Prevention Fact sheet and resources from the CDC.
- Suicide Prevention Initiatives An organization that develops, implements, and funds suicide prevention projects in the United States and worldwide.
- Suicide Prevention Offers details about suicidal signs, who is at risk, prevention and what steps to take after.
- Centre for Suicide Prevention Offers articles on suicidal behavior, and research materials. Affiliated with Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA).
- Suicide.org Includes articles covering all aspects of prevention, help lines, support and FAQs.
- I Wish I Were Dead Article about suicide intervention geared towards the mental health professional.
- eMedicine Health - Suicidal Thoughts Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of suicidal thought and ideation.
- Know the Signs - Suicide Is Preventable Although the warning signs of suicide can be subtle, they are there. By recognizing these signs, knowing how to start a conversation and where to turn for help, you have the power to make a difference – the power to save a life.
- It's Up to Us A site dedicated to suicide prevention awareness and reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. Contains information about how to recognize potential suicide risks, how to help family/friends, and how to seek help for yourself. Developed through the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency.
- NEED2 Suicide Prevention Education and Support An agency site serving Greater Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, and focusing on suicide prevention and awareness, mental wellness and community training.
- Suicide Prevention - HealthDirect A collection of resources in suicide prevention in Australia and New Zealand.
- Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Program Details about a suicide prevention program aiming to significantly reduce the high rate of suicide in Australia through educating strategic community members.
- Surviving the Teens, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Provides information, resources and support to help guide teens and families through the ups and downs they might face.