In 2002, there were 31,655 suicides in the United States (87 suicides per day; 1 suicide every 17 minutes), with 11 out of every 100,00 Americans killing themselves during that year. Also in 2002, 132,353 individuals were hospitalized following suicide attempts; of those 116, 639 were treated in emergency departments and subsequently released (CDC, 2004).

Fortunately, suicide is preventable, and there are steps that you can take to help a friend, family member, student or peer who might be at risk for suicide. Please explore the Suicide Is Preventable homepage to learn more.

You can make a difference by joining the Southeastern Arizona Coalition. Meetings are held every third Tuesday from 8-9am. Contact Erin Goldman at (520) 618-8838 for more information.