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In the framework of Suicide Prevention Month, which is commemorated this September, San Mateo County offers<\/span> free workshops<\/span><\/a>\u00a0with the purpose of helping those who go through vulnerable moments that can lead them to make an attempt on their lives.<\/span><\/p>\n The free, two-hour workshops, themed \u201cBe Sensitive, Be Courageous for Suicide Prevention,\u201d are hosted by San Mateo County Libraries under the auspices of County Health.<\/span><\/p>\n Maybe you have a friend or loved one who talks about feeling hopeless or has intense anxiety. Or they are using more and more drugs, alcohol or both, along with mood swings and risky behaviors.<\/span><\/p>\n To this end, the workshops will help you: identify signs of suicide, ask if someone is considering suicide with sensitivity and confidence, connect people with appropriate support, and approach suicide prevention in a culturally sensitive way.<\/span><\/p>\n The workshops are open to everyone of high school age and above. It is <\/span>registration required.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n It is worth noting that teens may receive service credit for attending trainings, depending on their schools' guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n The workshops are among numerous events and courses offered during September, which is Suicide Prevention Month in San Mateo County.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cWe can all help prevent suicide,\u201d said Jei Africa, director of the county\u2019s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. \u201cResearch shows that acknowledging and asking about suicide in a supportive and caring way can reduce the risk of suicide. This is why we are focusing on efforts to educate the community about the warning signs of suicide, but more importantly, how to connect people with the right resources.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Sessions at San Mateo County Libraries are:<\/span><\/p>\n Monday, September 11, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in Woodside<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Wednesday, September 13th, 6:00-8:00 pm in East Palo Alto<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Saturday, September 16th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in San Carlos<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Monday, September 18, 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Pacifica Sharp Park<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Wednesday, September 20th, 6:00-8:00 pm in Portola Valley<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, September 21, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at Millbrae<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Monday, September 25, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Belmont<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Wednesday, September 27th, 6:00-8:00 pm in Atherton<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Thursday, September 28, 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Half Moon Bay<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n