European Council endorses Commission's plan to establish a European suicide prevention hub

In the heart of Germany, the state capital of Wiesbaden is taking a proactive approach to addressing a pressing issue - suicide prevention. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that this is a societal task, and Wiesbaden is demonstrating its commitment to this cause.

Low-threshold support, such as retreat spaces, psychosocial services, understandable information, and inclusion in daily life, are being provided to alleviate the burden. For those in need, numerous self-help groups offer specific services for individuals dealing with mental challenges and their relatives. The Self-help Contact Point of the Wiesbaden Health Department can be reached at (0611) 313777 or through their website our website.

Sadly, in 2023, over 10,000 people died by suicide in Germany, with approximately 28 people dying daily. For those in a mental crisis or concerned about someone, help is available. The telephone counseling service at 0800 1110111 or 0800 1110222 is there, as well as www.telefonseelsorge.de.

People with invisible disabilities, such as autism, ADHD, depression, FASD, or chronic neurological conditions, are often at particular risk. To address this, various centres in Wiesbaden offer support. The Psychosocial Center Süd is located at Stettiner Straße 2a, 65203 Wiesbaden, and can be reached at (0611) 690703 or through their website psz-suedwerkgemeinschaft-our websitede. The Psychosocial Center Ost is located at Kaiser-Friedrich-Ring 88, 65185 Wiesbaden, and can be reached at (0611) 505894444 or through their website psz-pskbevimde. The Psychosocial Center Mitte is located at Scharnhorststraße 24, 56195 Wiesbaden, and can be reached at (0611) 4505329 or through their website psz-mittewerkgemeinschaft-our websitede.

Vitos Clinic Eichberg, Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, located at Kloster-Eberbach-Straße 4, 65346 Eltville, is another resource, reachable at (06123) 6020. The Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy of the HELIOS Dr. Horst Schmidt Clinics, located at Ludwig-Erhard-Straße 100, 65199 Wiesbaden, is reachable seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

The Social Psychiatry Service (SpDi) and the Coordination of Community Psychiatry at the Health Department of Wiesbaden offer further help for people aged 18 and above. Education about suicide can lower the barrier to seeking help, and Wiesbaden is making strides in this area.

On September 10th, Wiesbaden will participate in the nationwide action day for World Suicide Prevention Day. The Press Office of the State Capital Wiesbaden, located at Schlossplatz 6, 65183 Wiesbaden, is the publisher of this press release, and citizens can contact the responsible department or office with any questions.

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in many age groups, particularly among young people. By offering a variety of resources and support, Wiesbaden is working to create a safer, more understanding community.

European Council endorses Commission's plan to establish a European suicide prevention hub