I want to thank the OP for posting this.  My family lost my bro-in-law to suicide.  My wife and I have worked with AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) here in Jax for many years.  I was so surprised after we lost my bro-in-law how many people had suffered a similar loss.  Unfortunately, suicide is something no one wants to talk about.  I am glad this thread got posted because most people don't understand that the overwhelming majority of suicides are the result of mental illness and that the more we talk about it, the less "odd" it becomes and hopefully people will begin to understand it is something we can work towards preventing. I know for a fact that the local (Jacksonville) chapter is in dire need of people to help out with their cause.  If anyone reading wants to volunteer, please send me a message and I can get you in contact with the local president (not sure how you get a personal message, but I see other people say that a lot) and if you are suffering from depression please entertain the suicide prevention lifeline (1800-273-TALK) or visit www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  

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