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‘Before your worst day’: UK’s CODE RED program offers new approach to suicide prevention

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Created by Julie Cerel, Ph.D., an internationally recognized suicide prevention expert and director of SPEL, CODE RED uses evidence-based strategies to prevent suicide by helping people feel grounded, safe and supported.

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