Originally published: . Volume 9, No. 3. Source pages: 1, 7.
Dr. Raymond Tucker, member of the Board of Directors, American Association of Suicidology and Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology at Louisiana State University, helped answer questions at the recent screening of Suicide: The Ripple Effect.
The Baton Rouge Parents Magazine and Louisiana Film Society presented the world premier of the documentary at AMC Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge on the evening of February 23, followed by the Q&A with the filmmakers and an expert panel, according to the press release.
The film chronicles the story of Kevin Hines, who at age 19 attempted to take his life by jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge. Since then, Kevin has been on a mission to use his story to help others find recovery and stay alive, and has become the world’s most prominent suicide prevention speaker and advocate. The film also features some of the world’s leading suicide prevention experts and shines light on people who are using personal experiences with suicide to help others find the hope they need to stay alive.
The discussion was led by Kevin Hines, with the goal of enhancing suicide prevention efforts in the Baton Rouge area.
Panelists also included Greg Dicharry from SmileStyle Entertainment, Co-Director and Co- Producer of the film. Greg is a person in recovery who has led a national youth program for over 10 years.
Tonja Myles of Set Free, a US Veteran, radio host, ordained Minister and suicide attempt survivor also participated. Also Emma Benoit from Life Rejuvenated, a high school student and suicide attempt survivor answered questions.
The film will be officially released March13th, it has received strong endorsements from some of the world’s leading suicide prevention experts and organizations.
“Suicide: The Ripple Effect is a film that should be seen by anyone who has known despair, and anyone who is or has been close to someone in a suicidal crisis. This film will save lives.” Dr. John Draper, Director, National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
This event also serves as an opportunity to raise awareness and funds to support the Baton Rouge Crisis Intervention Center, whose mission is to provide prevention, intervention, and postvention services that provide support in times of crisis and reduce the impact of suicide, homicide, and violence.
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