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Did you know?
Million People
currently suffer from mental health conditions.
Seconds
one person dies from suicide every 40 seconds.
%
of people
who commit suicide have an underlying mental illness.
%
of Suicides
are preventable
Our mission is to Kill Silence and Save Lives by Breaking the Taboo. But we can’t do it alone. We need your help. We are a nonprofit and we rely on people like you to help us create this major change. Please help us by volunteering or making a donation.
What is Breaking Taboo?
WHO WE ARE
Breaking Taboo is dedicated to mental health awareness and suicide prevention education.
Our mission is to kill silence and save lives by breaking the taboo.
What we do
The truth is that 90% of suicides are preventable, but only if people know what signs to look for and how to provide help.
We have resources to help you.
How you can help
We strive for a world where help is accessible for everyone who wants it.
We encourage real discussions, conversations, and education around mental health.
Community and NEWS
Browse our latest work: articles, interviews, podcasts, and more!
Featured Articles
How to Mentally Handle “The New Normal”
It is no surprise that the virus has taken over the world by now, and every one of us is feeling anxious about the uncertainty it has caused in our...
What It’s Like To Be a Senior High Schooler during Quarantine
COVID-19 has changed the world and the way we live in it. During this time of loss, change, and uncertainty of the future, everyone is experiencing...
Interviews
Why I’m Involved: An Interview with Crystal Lancaster
I am volunteering at Breaking Taboo because I am extremely passionate about the cause of mental health and working towards ending the suicide...
How to Juggle Mental Health With Life: An Interview With Danni Blackman
I was born and raised in Orange County, still currently live in Tustin. Aside from taking care of my mental health at an outpatient facility, I work...
Community Expressions
Mariam’s Poetry
Meet Mariam. She is a volunteer at Breaking Taboo. She is an artist, a writer, and a mental health advocate. At Breaking Taboo, we encourage...
News & Events
Fundraising Campaign Underway
Breaking Taboo has launched its first fundraising campaign, initiated by our team members engaged in peer-to-peer fundraising. Our team shared their...
The Power of Film
Suicide prevention is a global epidemic so it is necessary that our message extends to all corners of the world. We are utilizing the power of media...
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Help support the cause. All proceeds go to charity and helping to educate the public about mental health and suicide prevention.
