Suicide Facts:

• In 2001 Oshkosh averaged 7 deaths.

• Oshkosh had 5 teen suicides within a 13-month period, 7 in 24 months.

• Suicide is the second leading cause of death among people ages 15-24 in Wisconsin.

• Suicide is 3 times more prevalent than homicide in Wisconsin.

• Winnebago County averages over 20 suicides per year by people of all ages.

• Most suicides are impulsive acts.

• Many millions of hours are spent by survivors trying to cope with their loss. The lives of those left behind…friends, parents, siblings and many others…will never be the same.

• Suicide is 2 to 3 times higher for GLBT youth.

• Suicide victims are not trying to end their lives…they’re trying to end their pain.

• Suicides are preventable, if people get help.

• Every person at risk deserves help.


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