WASHINGTON –
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and the Department of War is committed to decisive and innovative actions and the theme "Joining Your Fight: Connect to Protect." Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) for the D.C. National Guard, discusses the significance of knowing at-risk behaviors, stress reduction measures and available resources to help. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)