Suicide continues to be a national concern. According to the CDC 9 out of 100,000 youth commit suicide a year (2004) with suicide being the second leading cause of death for youth.
The most recent national data show that the overall suicide rate among U.S. adults is approximately 13.7 deaths per 100,000 people (2024).
All indicators show that these statistics are increasing 2025-2026.
Ridgeview Institute participates in Suicide Prevention month through support and community awareness. For more information contact [email protected]