Report: Suicide Rate in the United States Just Hit Highest Point in 75 Years
Rising Suicide Rates: A Public Health Crisis
Suicide rates in the United States have reached their highest level in over 75 years, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This alarming trend highlights a growing public health crisis that demands urgent attention and action.
In 2022, the suicide rate rose to 14.3 deaths per 100,000 people, an increase from 14.1 in 2021. This represents a continuation of an upward trend that began in the late 1990s. The provisional number of suicides in 2022 was approximately 49,449, indicating that the final count may exceed 50,000 for the first time on record.
Historical Context
To understand the gravity of this situation, it’s important to consider historical data. The current suicide rate is the highest it has been since 1941. While the overall rate was recorded at 14.2 per 100,000 in recent years, it is still significantly lower than the peak of 21.9 per…
