Frequently Asked Questions About Suicide Answers to questions frequently asked about suicide, such as what to do if a friend or family member is contemplating it, and how people commit suicide.... Details > National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health |
Bipolar Disorder This booklet describes the disorder; gives signs and symptoms, types of treatment, and how to find help. Includes referrals for additional information and resources.... Details > National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health |
In Harm's Way: Suicide in America Suicide is a tragic and potentially preventable public health problem. This fact sheet briefly outlines prevention of suicide and gender and age differences in people who attempt suicide.... Details > National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health |
Injury-Related Web Sites Links to organizations found at this site are provided solely as a service. These links do not constitute an endorsement of these organizations or their programs by the Centers for Disease Control Pre... Details > National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
National Strategy For Suicide Prevention The National Strategy for Suicide Prevention (NSSP) represents the combined work of advocates, clinicians, researchers and survivors around the nation. It lays out a framework for action to prevent su... Details > Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center A Federal source that provides information on youth violence including, prevention and intervention programs, publications, research, and statistics on violence committed by and against young people. ... Details > Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Older Adults: Depression and Suicide Facts Major depression, a significant predictor of suicide in older adults, is a widely underrecognized and undertreated medical illness. In fact, several studies have found that many older adults who comm... Details > National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health |
Sex and Drug Use Increase Teen Suicide Risk Teens who engage in high-risk behaviors involving sex and drugs have significantly higher odds of depression, suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts than teens who say no to sex and drugs.... Details > U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Straight Talk on Suicide This fact sheet provides information for teens on what puts a teenager at risk for suicide, the warning signs of suicide, and how to get help for themselves or a friend.... Details > Nemours Foundation |
Suicide Facts The data provided in this document includes completed suicides by race, age, and gender; attempted suicides; research findings; and prevention and intervention facts. According to these statistics, mo... Details > National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health |