The Office of Suicide Prevention does not provide counseling, crisis or emergency care. If you want to talk, contact 988. For immediate help, call 911.
Maryland Department of Health’s Suicide Prevention Office strives to build comprehensive, systemic support to reduce deaths by suicide and suicide attempts throughout the state of Maryland. Through technical assistance, training, and resources, the office develops and sustains integrated, multi-faceted, diverse supports that target needs across all jurisdictions and populations.
For information, email mdh.suicideprevention@maryland.gov
Follow us on social media: @mdhsuicideprev
The Maryland Action Plan to Prevent Suicide in Schools (MAPS) is a comprehensive reference guide developed in partnership with the Office of Suicide Prevention and experts Dr. Scott Poland and Dr. Donna Poland. MAPS aims to equip K-12 public and private school communities with the necessary tools for effective suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention. MAPS provides evidence-based resources tailored for school administrators, mental health professionals, teachers, students, and caregivers.
Each section of the guide is designed to address the specific needs and roles of its target audiences, ensuring that all members of the school community are prepared to respond effectively to suicide-related crises. Questions? Technical assistance is available.
