Key Facts About Suicide
Suicide is a tragedy that occurs daily. Family, friends and communities are impacted by the devastating loss.
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Close to 800,000 people die due to suicide every year. |
The second leading cause of death in ages 25-34. |
The third leading cause of death from ages 15-24. |
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The rate of suicide deaths among girls 15-19 reached a 40 year high in recent years. |
Suicide deaths in men are nearly four times the rate of woman.
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Among young people, for every suicide death, twenty-five are attempted. |
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Alarming statistics reveal a staggering number of veterans, (20/day) end their own lives. |
Ingestion of pesticide, hanging and firearms are among the most common methods of suicide globally. |
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William James