During 2000–2016, suicide rates among American workers (aged 16–64 years) jumped 34%, from 12.9 per 100,000 population to 17.3, according to a newly published report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
“Increasing suicide rates in the US are a concerning trend that represents a tragedy for families and communities and impact the American workforce,” said Dr. Debra Houry, director of the CDC National Center for Injury Prevention and Control.
“Knowing who is at greater risk for suicide can help save lives through focused prevention efforts,” Houry said.
During 2000–2016, suicide rates among American workers (aged 16–64 years) jumped 34%, from 12.9 per 100,000 population to 17.3, according to a newly published report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
“Increasing suicide rates in the US are a concerning trend that represents a tragedy for families and communities and impact the American workforce,” said Dr. Debra Houry, director of the CDC National Center for Injury Prevention and Control.
“Knowing who is at greater risk for suicide can help save lives through focused prevention efforts,” Houry said.
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Dave T: For what's left of the middle class, no surprise that some are finding death as a better resolution than living with the conditions imposed upon them. And now people act as if they care or are surprised? I won't hold my breath.
ReplyDeleteBIG PHARMA and all the anti depressant side effects...get ready for it SUICIDE
ReplyDeleteAlthough we have reached a high point in our economy, wages have not kept pace with the cost of living - especially for those trying to find ways to pay for our kids higher education.
ReplyDeleteI get it. A man feels less of a man when he can't afford to be the bread winner any more. Our wives strive to keep up with the 'Jones's' and we have trouble saying no.
It's very demoralizing and depressing and men feel that the only way out is to cash in on his life insurance policies.
Can you get life insurance if you commit suicide?
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