Firearm Suicide in the United States

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2021

This report on firearm suicide in the United States points out Americans should be aware of the prevalence of firearm suicide, how having access to a gun increases the risk of suicide, and steps they can take to mitigate risk. Research shows that having access to a firearm triples one’s risk of death by suicide. Increased access to mental health and medical services, including suicide prevention services, can help prevent a rise in suicide deaths.