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Suicide:
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Understanding Suicide
Suicide occurs when a person ends their life. It is the
11th leading cause of death among Americans. But
suicide deaths are only part of the problem. More
people survive suicide attempts than actually die. They
are often seriously injured and need medical care.Most people feel uncomfortable talking about suicide.
Often, victims are blamed. Their friends, families, and
communities are left devastated.Who is at risk for suicide?
Suicide affects everyone, but some groups are at
higher risk than others. Men are 4 times more likely
than women to die from suicide. However, 3 times
more women than men report attempting suicide. In
addition, suicide rates are high among middle aged and
older adults.Several factors can put a person at risk for attempting
or committing suicide. But, having these risk factors
does not always mean that suicide will occur.Risk factors for suicide include:
* Previous suicide attempt(s)
* History of depression or other mental illness
* Alcohol or drug abuse
* Family history of suicide or violence
* Physical illness
* Feeling alone
Note: These are only some risk factors. To learn more,
go to www.cdc.gov/injury/violenceprevention.Why is suicide a public health problem?
* More than 33,000 people kill themselves each year.1* More than 395,000 people with self-inflicted injuries
are treated in emergency rooms each year.1
How does suicide affect health?Suicide, by definition, is fatal. Those who attempt
suicide and survive may have serious injuries like broken
bones, brain damage, or organ failure. Also, people who
survive often have depression and other mental health
problems.Suicide also affects the health of the community. Family
and friends of people who commit suicide may feel
shock, anger, guilt, and depression. The medical costs
and lost wages associated with suicide also take their toll
on the community.
www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention
Understanding Suicide
How can we prevent suicide?The goal is to stop suicide attempts.
* Learn the warning signs of suicide.
Warning signs can include changes in a person's mood,
diet, or sleeping pattern. The American Association of
Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) has detailed information on what to look for and how to respond.* Get involved in community efforts.
The National Strategy for Suicide Prevention lays
out a plan for action. It guides the development of
programs and seeks to bring about social change. For
more information, go to www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/
suicideprevention/strategy.asp.
Where can I learn more?If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide,
contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255).
National Institute for Mental Health
www.nimh.nih.govSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrationwww.samhsa.gov
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
www.sprc.orgSurgeon General's Call to Action to Prevent Suicidewww.surgeongeneral.gov/library/calltoaction/default.htm
How does CDC approach suicide prevention?CDC uses a 4-step approach to address public health
problems like suicide.Step 1: Define the problem
Before we can prevent suicide, we need to know how
big the problem is, where it is, and whom it affects.
CDC learns about a problem by gathering and studying
data. These data are critical because they help decision
makers send resources where needed most.Step 2: Identify risk and protective factors
It is not enough to know that suicide affects certain
people in certain areas. We also need to know why.
CDC conducts and supports research to answer this
question. We can then develop programs to reduce or
get rid of risk factors.Step 3: Develop and test prevention strategies
Using information gathered in research, CDC develops
and tests strategies to prevent suicide.Step 4: Ensure widespread adoption
In this final step, CDC shares the best prevention
strategies. CDC may also provide funding or technical
help so communities can adopt these strategies.For a list of CDC activities, see Preventing Suicide: Program
Activities Guide (www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/
suicide/index.html).
References1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Web-based Injury Statistics Query and Reporting System (WISQARS) [Online]. (2009). National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (producer). [cited 2009 Jun 17]. Available from: URL:
www.cdc.gov/injury/wisqars/index.html..2. Krug EG, Dahlberg LL, Mercy JA, Zwi AB, Lozano R, editors. World report on violence and health [serial online]. 2004 May. [cited 2006 Aug 9]. Available from: URL: www.who.int/violence_injury_prevention/
violence/world_report/wrvh1/en.For more information, please contact:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
1-800-CDC-INFO * www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention * cdcinfo@cdc.gov
Learning Objectives:
Students will:
Understand who kills him or herself and why
Be exposed to who is at risk for suicide
Learn the warning signs for suicide
Explore suicide in Children and Adolescents
Explore suicide in the aging population
See the primary ways of preventing suicide
Explore substance abuse and suicide
Learn how the suicide of a patient impacts the therapist
Read Strategic Plans for suicide prevention at the Federal and State levels
Table of Contents
1. Understanding Suicide
2. Facts at a Glance
3. Depression and Disability in Children and Adolescents
4. Practice Principles: A Guide for Mental Health Clinicians working with Suicidal Children and Youth
5. California Strategic Plan on Suicide Prevention
6. Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention: Evidence & Implications
7. Suicide in the U.S.: Statistics and Prevention
8. Older Adults: Depression and Suicide Facts
9. When clients kill themselves: How therapists cope with client suicide
10. Therapists-in-Training Who Experience a Client Suicide: Implications for Supervision
* BONUS MATERIAL - NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION:
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES FOR ACTION
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