You have the power to help people going through a mental health crisis
You don't need to be an expert to be a part of this work, just a good listener. If you notice someone who might be struggling — start a conversation. At the end of the day, that person will know that you're someone who cares enough to ask. Asking, "Are you okay?" can change lives. Learn the warning signs of suicide and the five actions for communicating with someone in crisis.
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Join the Clackamas County Coalition to Prevent Suicide's next meetingThe coalition meets quarterly (Jan. April. July. Oct.) on the third Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Meetings are virtual. All are welcomed. Email Galli Murray Gallimur@clackamas.us to be added to the mailing list to receive meeting links.
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Death Rate due to Suicide in Clackamas County, 2010-2021
Reference: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Clackamas County Suicide Rate is 17.8 deaths /100,000 in 2021
There has been a rapid increase in rates of suicide across the nation since the turn of the 21st century. Although Clackamas County suicide rates are less when compared to the state of Oregon as a whole, suicide rates have been slowly increasing over time in the county.
Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide
County: Clackamas
Individuals identifying as male in Clackamas County have a higher rate of death by suicide, which is 24.2 deaths per 100,000 residents. Those who identify as female have suicide rates of 8.8 per 100,000 residents.
Significantly better than the overall value
Significantly worse than the overall value
Did you know?
Suicide rates are highest in older, White individuals who identify as male in Clackamas County (2021).
