Breaking the Silence: Understanding Suicide and Supporting Prevention Across Communities with Dr. Michael P. Chaney

In this episode Dr. Sharon hosts Dr. Michael Chaney, a licensed counselor and professor at Oakland University, to discuss suicide in America. Dr. Chaney shares statistics from the World Health Organization, noting a significant increase in suicide rates post-pandemic. He discusses trends, risk factors, and protective factors related to suicide across various demographics, including cultural implications in different communities. The conversation emphasizes the importance of direct dialogue, c...