About one half of all suicides among Navy members involve alcohol or drugs. Sometimes, there is very little or no warning that a person is going to commit suicide. Suicide is also a very misunderstood behavior. There are many misconceptions about the behavior. At the very least, all people should be aware of the following Do's and Don't's as a first line of defense to help prevent suicide.
Suicide is always tragic, but fortunately, it is also often preventable.
Suicide prevention and awareness is everyone's responsibility. If you suspect a friend, coworker or family member is considering suicide, get involved, show them you care and get them to the help they need. When in doubt, seek assistance from a doctor or mental health professional. You probably don't think much about how your uniform was made before you put it on. Before your dress blue jumper can be pulled over your head, however, it has to start with the wool off a sheep's back.