I believe one of the ways that we end that stigma is by sharing our own personal stories and struggles. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and if you'll let me I'd like to share some of my story with you.
Here at WBKR, we know that our main focus is on the health and well-being of our community. We also know that one of the biggest issues that no one is talking about is mental health concerns.
We invited Mike Flaherty, President of the Owensboro Regional Suicide Prevention Coalition to come and talk with our listeners about suicide.
Take a look at this video.
According to Fox 17 Nashville entertainment reporter Stacy McCloud, troubled singer Mindy McCready committed suicide on Sunday. The 37-year-old singer had been plagued by substance abuse problems and domestic violence over the past several years.