Suicide Prevention & Mental Health

Words Matter: Talking About Mental Illness Without Stigma

The words we use matter! Language shapes how we think, how we treat others and how safe people feel when sharing their experiences. When it comes to mental health, everyday expressions can unintentionally reinforce stigma or minimize someone’s struggles. Choosing our...

Celebrate Recovery with GUIDE

As GUIDE’s mission is to create safer, healthier communities, we are proud to support addiction recovery efforts in Georgia and beyond. While we focus our programming on substance use prevention, we acknowledge that the two efforts go hand in hand to create...

September is National Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, an annual month-long campaign to raise awareness about suicide prevention, reduce stigma around the topic and encourage those in need to utilize available resources. About Suicide Prevention Month Here is the breakdown...

It’s OK to Ask: Conversations Prevent Suicide

One of the most powerful tools we all have in preventing suicide is something we use every day: our voice. While starting a conversation about mental health or suicide might feel uncomfortable or intimidating, it can truly save a life. When someone is struggling,...

2025 Suicide Prevention Month Campaign: Conversations for Change

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month! Join us for our brand new Suicide Prevention Month Campaign​: Conversations for Change. The Campaign This Suicide Prevention Month, we invite you to take a simple but powerful step—starting a conversation. By reaching...

Social Media & Mental Health: Finding the Balance

Social media is part of our daily lives. It helps us stay connected, share what we love and even find support when we need it. But like anything, too much can sometimes cause harm. The key? Balance. Awareness. Boundaries. The Good Stuff: Why Social Media Can Be a...