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Could a Simple Intervention Fight a Suicide Crisis?
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Retro Report on PBS

Could a Simple Intervention Fight a Suicide Crisis?

Season 1 Episode 5

Suicide rates have been rising steadily across the country, with U.S. service members and veterans at particular risk. One simple intervention – “caring letters,”  messages of compassion and empathy – showed promise in the 1960s, but has been overlooked until now.

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