It is a well-known fact that humans are social beings. We have a basic need for contact and connection . The pandemic has affected how we experience connection and has limited the physical contact that we all crave.

Proper language use and accurate reporting are two of the many responsibilities a community has after they have experienced a death by suicide. In fact, we can help our community heal after the loss of someone to suicide by ensuring that the words we use and the messages we deliver publicly are accurate and follow certain guidelines.