b'Build a Research Community Share FindingsBringing Researchers Together From Research to Action In partnership with the International AcademyChapter-sponsored Researchof Suicide Research (IASR), AFSP co-hosts theConnection Programbi-annual International Summit on SuicideResearch Connection NewslettersResearch, where the top suicide prevention researchers from around the world comeResearcher Videostogether to share the latest research findings AFSP Evidence-Based Programs and build collaborations.Research-Supported AdvocacyOur Research Department leads: Some important findings:Training for researchers through virtual courses Suicide is complex, and no one takes their life that set a new generation of researchers upfor a single reason. for success and enhance methodologicalWhen a person is in a suicidal crisis, their brain knowledge of the research community. and decision-making are affected, and they may not be able to access their usual methods Co-sponsored meetings by partnering withof coping. organizations to host events centered on specific topics related to suicide prevention. Mental health plays a role but it is not thewhole story. Presentations on research findings atLimiting a persons access to lethal means duringconferences featuring AFSP-sponsored studies a period of suicide risk can save their life.to expand knowledge and engage others in suicide prevention. Asking someone directly if theyre thinking aboutsuicide will not make them kill themselves, and On the Research Connection Program could actually provide them with a sense of relief.ResearchSharing feelings about suicide loss with others AFSPs Research Connection programsupports healing.Can SaveTreatments that work involve learning to manageprovides our supporters with both suicidal ideation and behavior.hope and understanding, knowing that To learn more about Research atLiveswe continue to learn more and moreabout suicide. AFSP go to afsp.org/research Meg Graf, Board Member Illinois Chapter'