Breaking Down Myths & Stigmas Surrounding Suicide For Suicide Prevention Month

Dr. Stevan Lahr from Family and Children Services joined News On 6 to discuss some of the myths surrounding suicide.

Tuesday, September 5th 2023, 4:14 pm

By: News On 6

TULSA, Okla. -

September is National Suicide Prevention Month and recent data shows death by suicide increased in 2020. Dr. Stevan Lahr from Family and Children Services joined News On 6 to discuss some of the myths surrounding suicide.

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