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Suicide Prevention for Firearm Instructors and Retailers

More than half of all suicide deaths in the United States occur with a firearm. Reducing access to firearms by safely storing, restricting, or removing firearms is one of the most effective ways to reduce suicide risk across all age groups. 

The following resources comprise an educational packet intended for firearms instructors and retailers. Click on each title to download and view:

Preventing Firearm Suicide PowerPoint Presentation

Preventing Firearm Suicide Presentation Teaching Notes

Firearm Suicide Safety Guide for Firearms Educators

Suicide Prevention Resources Card

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