September is Suicide Prevention Month—a time dedicated to raising awareness about the critical issue of suicide and the importance of mental health. It's a month where we collectively pause to reflect, educate, and most importantly, take action. Suicide is a difficult topic to discuss, but it’s a conversation we need to have.
When people think of fireworks, they might remember an event they went to for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or really any summer event. Some might think of beautiful, bright colors popping up in the sky. For others, especially individuals with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism-Spectrum Disorder, other medical and mental health disorders, or veterans, fireworks might not be associated with positive memories or feelings.
