SEPTEMBER suicide prevention   

MOUNTAIN LIFEWORKS evaluates data to identify intersections that help disrupt the poverty-depression cycle contributing to suicide rates.  The CDC reports depression (a mental illness) and poverty (a cost-of-living condition) are the two main factors in over 50% of all suicides. With over 200 diagnosable mental illnesses it is unrealistic to expect any system or professional to be experts in all of them.

Data shows typical suicide prevention efforts are driven by grief counseling and focus on mental health interventions that rely on those in crisis to seek help or self-report. Stigmas associated with mental health, disabilities and medical diagnosis keeps many suffering in silence fearing labels and discrimination. This diminishes diversion strategies that build self-esteem and disrupt poverty-depression cycles.

Suicide Stats & Info | NIMH

Suicide Infographic | NAMI

Suicide statistics | AFSP

SUICIDE prevention  

- On average there are 130 suicides per day. (CDC)

- 78% of all suicide deaths are men. (NAMI)

- Suicide among males is 3.88X higher than among females. (CDC)

- Females attempt suicide 1.5X as often as males. (CDC)

- The highest suicide rate is adults 52 to 59 years (21.56 per 100,000). (CDC)

- There is one suicide for every estimated 4 suicide attempts in the elderly. (CDC)

- Veterans have an adjusted suicide rate 52.3% greater than non-veterans. (CDC)

- The disabled were 3X more likely to report suicidal ideation than non-disabled. (CDC)

- Rural counties have suicide rates DOUBLE the rate in urban counties. (SAMHSA)

Disparities in Suicide | CDC

The Mental Health of People with Disabilities | CDC

Colorado Suicide Stats | AFSP

COMMUNITY connections

MOUNTAIN LIFEWORKS recognizes the distinctions between root causes and factors that trigger or contribute to them. By using verified data and building a coalition of proven and willing partners we balance commercial and philanthropic strategies.  This innovative and balanced approach integrates public, private and non-profit solutions to expand qualified options, grow stronger economies and build more inclusive communities for everyone. We invite you to join our growing coalition and help increase local opportunities, reduce long-term costs and improve outcomes for our neighbors and their caregivers.

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