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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Fast Facts and Help Resources 

Thoughts of giving up and suicide can be frightening. Not taking these kinds of thoughts seriously can have devastating outcomes. 

Here are some facts about the rise of suicide in the U.S.: 

  • 1.7 million people attempted suicide last year. 
  • The overall suicide rate has increased by 35% since 1999. 
  • On average, someone dies by suicide every 11 minutes
  • 12.3 million people seriously thought about suicide last year. 
  • 3.5 million people made a suicide plan last year. 

Let’s work together to raise awareness and support those in need. Every life is precious, and help is just a call or text away. 

Need Help? 

The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 in both English and Spanish. If you or someone you know is struggling, don’t wait—call or text 988 to get help immediately. 

Mental health support from Family Care Center 

At Family Care Center, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based care for patients of all ages. With a team of experienced providers, we tailor our care to meet the unique needs of each patient, offering a range of treatment options, including therapy, medication management, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and specialized programs. 

Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health conditions, Family Care Center is committed to providing compassionate care to help you or your loved ones achieve wellness. 

Sources: 

https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/a-year-of-record-high-suicide-rates

https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/facts/index.html

https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/data-visualizations/2023/suicide-is-an-urgent-public-health-issue-in-america

https://namisonomacounty.org/suicide-prevention/

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