National Institute of Mental Health

The National Institute of Mental health, one of the federal government's National Institutes of Health, is the first place to turn for information about mental health issues, including depression and suicide, and links to many other organizations and websites.
This link will take you directly to their overview of the statistics on depression and suicide in older adults, with information on depression treatments and suicide prevention.

Survivors of Suicide

The Survivors of Suicide web site is an independently owned and operated web site not associated with any specific group, organization or religious affiliation. Its purpose is to help those who have lost a loved one to suicide resolve their grief and pain in their own personal way.

The American Association of Suicidology

The American Association of Suicidology is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide. It promotes research, public awareness programs, public education, and training for professionals and volunteers and is a national clearinghouse for information on suicide.

Mental Health America

Mental Health America (formerly known as the National Mental Health Association) is a leading nonprofit dedicated to helping all people live mentally healthier lives.

International Academy for Suicide Research

The International Academy for Suicide Research publishes Suicide Studies, formerly Archives of Suicide Research. The objectives of the Academy include promoting high standards of research and scholarship in the field of suicidal behavior by fostering communication and cooperation among scholars engaged in such research.

National Strategy for Suicide Prevention

The National Strategy for Suicide Prevention creates a framework for suicide prevention for the nation, including a set of 11 goals and 68 objectives, and provides a blueprint for action. The National Strategy was published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in May 2001 with leadership from the Surgeon General.

Suicide Prevention Action Network USA

The Suicide Prevention Action Network (SPAN USA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preventing suicide through public education and awareness, community action and federal, state and local grassroots advocacy.