GENERAL INFORMATION | WHAT'S NEW | ||
Understanding Suicide Fact Sheet This 2-page fact sheet provides a basic overview of suicide. It is intended for the general public. Suicide: Facts at a Glance This fact sheet provides up-to-date data and statistics on suicide. Preventing Suicide: Program Activities Guide This guide describes CDC's public health activities and research to prevent suicide. Surgeon General's Call to Action This document outlines steps that can be taken by individuals, communities, organizations, and policymakers to prevent suicide. National Strategy for Suicide Prevention The strategy lays out a framework for action to prevent suicide and guides the development of an array of services and programs. World Report on Violence and Health This report is the first comprehensive review of violence on a global scale. Chapter 7 provides detailed information on suicide. |
Traumatic Events and Suicide Podcast CDC published State Suicide Prevention Planning: A CDC Research Brief Understanding Suicide Podcast is available here. Suicide Trends Among Youths and Young Adults Aged 10--24 Years --- United States, 1990--2004
Homicides and Suicides --- National Violent Death Reporting System, United States, 2003--2004
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SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION | FEATURED RESOURCES | ||
Definitions Consistent definitions are necessary for obtaining accurate and reliable estimates of suicide.
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National Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or visit the website. Suicide Warning Signs To learn about the warning signs of suicide, visit the American Association of Suicidology's website.
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Links to online resource information |
Content Source: National Center for Injury
Prevention and Control, Division of Violence Prevention
Page last modified:
September 15, 2008