Suicide does not discriminate. Suicide does not know income levels, race or neighborhoods. Suicide can happen next door.
Every day in California, Nevada, and every other state, there are friends, family and co-workers who struggle with emotional pain. And, for some, it’s too difficult to talk about the pain, thoughts of suicide, and the need for help.
– Nearly 40,000 Americans commit suicide every year.
– In the U.S., suicide rates are highest during the spring.
– Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for 15 to 24-year-olds and 2nd for 24 to 35-year-olds.
