Suicide affects everyone, regardless of age, race, income, sex or religion. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the second leading cause of death for Hoosiers between the ages of 14 and 39. In the past year, 5% of Hoosier adults and 11.1% of young adults (18-25) experienced suicidal thoughts.
If you or someone you know is currently experiencing thoughts of suicide, or a mental health or substance use crisis, please call 988 to reach Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and speak with a trained crisis specialist 24/7. Visit 988Indiana.org for additional information.