Recommended Resources on Suicide Prevention and Mental Health

Selected resources for families seeking information and support

The resources listed on this page have been selected because of their relevance to suicide prevention, mental health care, and the issues that arise in the cases The Law Offices of Skip Simpson handles. They are offered as a starting point for families seeking information, support, or a deeper understanding of the clinical and human dimensions of suicide and mental illness.

If you have questions about a specific situation involving a loved one’s death or injury under the care of a mental health provider, these resources are not a substitute for legal guidance. Contact us to request a free, confidential consultation.

Books and publications

The Suicide Lawyers: Exposing Lethal Secrets, by C.C. Risenhoover: This book examines Attorney Skip Simpson’s motivations for focusing his career on suicide malpractice litigation and explores how his high-profile cases have shaped both the law and the people involved in it. For families trying to understand who we are and why we do this work, it offers a perspective that no firm biography can fully capture.

Failure of Our Major Training and Treatment Institutions for Suicide Prevention: Written by Skip Simpson and Paul Quinnett, Ph.D., Clinical Assistant Professor, this article examines the systemic failures in how mental health professionals are trained to recognize and respond to suicide risk. It remains one of the most direct and honest assessments of why preventable suicides continue to happen inside institutions that are supposed to stop them.

Professional organizations

American Association of Suicidology: The American Association of Suicidology is the leading professional organization dedicated to the understanding and prevention of suicide. It serves as a resource for researchers, clinicians, crisis workers, survivors, and others who work in or are affected by the field of suicidology.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention funds research, advocates for public policy, and provides resources for individuals and families affected by suicide. It is one of the most active organizations working to reduce suicide rates and support those left behind by loss.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness: The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the largest grassroots mental health organization in the United States. It provides education, support, and advocacy for individuals living with mental illness and their families, and maintains a network of local chapters and crisis resources across the country.

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