On International Suicide Prevention Day, experts and families gather to highlight the importance of empathy and support for those struggling with suicidal thoughts.

Psychologist Maja Björkman emphasizes the need for warmth and understanding, encouraging people to make others feel seen and safe.

In Piteå, Sweden, individuals like Susanna Snell and Hugo Wande, who have lost loved ones to suicide, participate in vigils to honor their memories and raise awareness.

Organizations like SPES offer support groups for those grieving, providing a safe space to share experiences.

With over 1,300 suicides annually in Sweden, the call for awareness and prevention is as crucial as ever, echoing the sentiment of a zero-tolerance approach similar to traffic safety.

Resources such as Mind's Suicide Line and SPES are available for those in need of immediate help.