Are you having thoughts of suicide or finding it challenging to control your mental health? You and your mental health matter!
Suicide is the:
- 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-14 (US)
- 3rd leading cause of death among people aged 15-24 (US)
- 12th leading cause of death overall in the US.
46% of people who die by suicide had a diagnosed mental health condition - research shows that 90% may have experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.
79% of all people who die by suidice are male. More women than men attempt suicide, men are 4x more likely to die by suicide.
Suicide is the leading cause of death for people held in local jails
Annual prevalence of serious thoughts of suicide (US) is 4.9% of all adults, 11.3% of young adults (18-25), 18% of high school students, and 45% of LGBTQ+ youth.
Veterans are at high risk
- 35% of vets have been diagnosed with PTSD, 75-80% have a mental health illness in addtion to PTSD.
- 70-80% of veterans experience trauma
- 30% of veterans have been diagnosed with depression
12-15% utilize alcohol or drugs to cope. 53% utilize tobacco, 17% utilize opioids, and 9% utilize cocaine.
6 out of 20 will seek help.
The Veterans Affairs reports that approximately 22 veterans die by suicide every day.
Don't suffer in silence, help is available. Click HERE to explore FREE resources.
