Boulder couple raises awareness of ‘suicide crisis syndrome’ after son’s death
- Posted on September 20, 2026
- By The Denver Post
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In brief
A Boulder family shares their tragic experience following their son's death to highlight a critical gap in suicide prevention awareness. Research reveals a paradox: most individuals who died by suicide reported they weren't actively considering it, while those expressing suicidal ideation rarely attempt. This phenomenon, termed 'suicide crisis syndrome,' suggests warning signs emerge suddenly and require immediate intervention strategies beyond traditional mental health screening methods.
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Boulder couple raises awareness of ‘suicide crisis syndrome’ after son’s death
The majority of suicide decedents said they weren’t thinking about killing themselves. Conversely, few of those who said they had serious suicidal thoughts in the past year made an attempt.
