
Four times as many young men kill themselves as young women. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for youth. In Nevada, youth suicide is the second leading cause of death. In 2017, the homicide rate for Nevada is 7.37 (compared to the US rate of 5.9) while the suicide rate for Nevada is 20.91 (compared to the US rate of 14.48). Nearly three times as many died by suicide than by murder. In 2017, 627 persons died by suicide 221 died by homicide.


Addicts are at increased risk for suicidal behavior. Alcohol, drug use and suicide often go hand in hand. While it may, in fact, be a manipulative act, it is one which may end in death.
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This behavior may be a sign of deep depression, and professional help is needed. All suicide threats must be taken seriously.
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