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Suicide Prevention
The Centers 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.
If there is a medical emergency or life-threatening situation, please call 911.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988.
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In the US, the firearm suicide rate among persons aged ≥10 years increased 8.3% from 2020 to 2021.
Access to unsecured firearms for youth at risk can result in suicide, serious injury, or violence towards others.
In Maryland, from 2017 to 2021, firearms were used in 29% of suicides among youth ages 10-19.
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