State of Rhode Island
Department of Health
Suicide is death caused by injuring oneself with the intent to die. A suicide attempt is when someone harms themselves with the intent to end their life, but they do not die as a result of their actions. (CDC, 2021).
Suicide attempts are three times more likely among females, who are twice as likely to experience depression as males. Suicide ideation is common among Rhode Island youth. In 2017, one out of ten middle and high school students in Rhode Island had serious thoughts about suicide. Completed suicides are more 4 times likely among males, who tend to use more lethal means, such as guns. data The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has also recognized the following populations as demonstrating a higher risk of suicide than the general population:
For more information on populations at risk for suicide, visit Who is Most at Risk for Suicide in Rhode Island? on Prevent Suicide Rhode Island.
For more information on suicide prevention, visit Facts About Suicide Prevention on Prevent Suicide Rhode Island.