U.S. Gun Suicide Reaches Record Highs Amidst Healthcare, Economic, and Social Concerns
The report from the Center for Gun Violence Solutions and the Center for Suicide Prevention reveals that gun-related suicides in the U.S. reached a record high in 2023, with over 27,300 deaths. Despite a nearly 9% decrease, gun homicides remained near record levels, while guns continued to be the leading cause of death for young people aged 1-17. Alarmingly, gun suicide rates surged among Black and Hispanic youth, aligning with increased gun ownership rates. Researchers emphasize that this crisis is preventable through a comprehensive public health approach, including interventions that limit access to firearms for those at high risk of suicide.
John Q. Hosedrinker