European Council endorses Commission's plan to create a European suicide prevention hub

In the heart of Germany, Wiesbaden is taking a significant step forward in addressing a pressing issue that affects many lives – mental health and suicide prevention. On September 10th, the city will participate in World Suicide Prevention Day, calling for a show of solidarity using the hashtag #YouAreNotAlone.

For those struggling with psychological challenges, Wiesbaden offers a variety of resources. Professionals providing support for individuals with psychological difficulties, including those at risk of suicide, can be found in various establishments. These include specialized psychiatric and psychotherapeutic facilities like the Psychiatric Centre Nordbaden and the Vitos Clinic Eichberg.

The Psychosocial Center Ost, located at Kaiser-Friedrich-Ring 88, offers assistance, while the Psychosocial Center Mitte, Scharnhorststraße 24, and the Psychosocial Center Süd, Stettiner Straße 2a, provide low-threshold support, including psychosocial services, retreat spaces, and understandable information.

The Social Psychiatric Service (SpDi) and the Coordination of Community Psychiatry at the Health Department in Wiesbaden offer further services for individuals aged 18 and above. For those in need of immediate help, the telephone hotline 0800 1110111 or 0800 1110222 is available anonymously, offering assistance 24/7. Alternatively, individuals can visit www.telefonseelsorge.de for help.

Recognizing the importance of education in preventing suicide, the city emphasizes the role it plays in saving lives and lowering the barrier to seeking help. For those interested in self-help groups, templates for showing solidarity are available at www.stille-stunde.com.

It's crucial to remember that many individuals who die by suicide had not received a confirmed diagnosis, help was not available in time, or faced access barriers. The World Health Organization (WHO) demands that suicide prevention be understood as a societal task, and Wiesbaden is taking this call to heart.

The SpDi, located at Konradinerallee 11, supports people in difficult life situations, with mental illness, and substance abuse. They also advise relatives, friends, neighbours, etc. For those seeking their services, they can be reached during office hours on Monday from 9:30 to 11:30 AM and Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30 PM.

Wiesbaden's Press Office, located at Schlossplatz 6, is available for any questions regarding the city's suicide prevention initiatives. As the city continues to work towards a more open and supportive community, it encourages everyone to join in the conversation and show solidarity using the hashtag #YouAreNotAlone.

European Council endorses Commission's plan to create a European suicide prevention hub