It doesn’t come as a big surprise that there’s a link between struggling with money and struggling with mental health. For families dealing with financial loss, the impact can be particularly challenging. The stress of mounting bills and the constant comparison to others’ economic success in the age of social media influencers can be overwhelming.

Research has found that individuals who have experienced a major financial crisis in the past six months are nearly eight times more likely to have suicidal thoughts. While these thoughts may not always lead to action, they should never be ignored.