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Suicide affects people of all ages and backgrounds.

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Suicide is a universally acknowledged global problem, and one that affects people across all age groups, social backgrounds, and economic circumstances. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 700 thousand people die by suicide each year, and suicide is the third leading cause of death in 15-29-year-olds and, overall, the 10th leading cause of death in the US.

Since 2008, when September was declared Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, organizations such as the International Organization for Suicide Prevention and The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) have devoted efforts and resources to ending the culture of silence, raising awareness around prevention and support, and guiding individuals who are struggling toward effective interventions and treatments, as well as those who are living with the long-term impacts of the suicide of a loved one.

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