Populations

Suicide affects all groups, including people of different ages, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and occupations, as well as those with other characteristics. But suicidal thoughts and behaviors can vary across populations, and risk and protective factors for suicide may also differ.

The pages below summarize the suicide problem, risk and protective factors, and opportunities for prevention among specific populations.


Adults
> Adults Ages 26 to 55 Years
> Older Adults
> Young Adults Ages 18 to 25 Years


Attempt Survivors and Other People with Lived Experience




Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer People




Men



Military Service Members and Veter


People in Particular Occupations




People with Physical Health Problems or Disabilities







Racial and Ethnic Groups
> American Indians and Alaska Natives
> Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
> Blacks and African Americans
> Hispanics and Latinos



Survivors of Suicide Loss









Women




Youth
> Adolescents
> Children Ages 12 and Younger