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Suicide Prevention

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines suicide as:

Death caused by injuring oneself with the intent to die. A suicide attempt is when someone harms themselves with any intent to end their life, but they do not die as a result of their actions.

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Many factors can increase the risk for suicide or protect against it. Suicide is connected to other forms of injury and violence. For example, people who have experienced violence, including child abuse, bullying, or sexual violence have a higher suicide risk. Being connected to family and community support and having easy access to healthcare can decrease suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

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Need help right now?

If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is available. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, 988 will connect you to a caring counselor. You are not alone.

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FIREARMS

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Firearms are the leading cause of suicide deaths in Maryland.

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VETERANS

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20% of those who died by suicide had served in the U.S. armed forces 

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SUBSTANCES

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36% of those who died by suicide had alcohol or drug dependencies.

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Our mission is to advocate for injury and violence prevention and promote education and surveillance in Maryland through statewide partnerships.

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