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Suicide Statistics
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Ex. Give $25 or more by PayPal and we will ship a CD of your choice (either RISE UP (EP) or Rockstar Superhero (Origins) to you as a gift in return for your generous contribution to help stop suicide.
"It's not up to someone else. It's up to you and me." -Mitchell Trupia, proud supporter of AFSP
In 2023, firearms accounted for 55.36% of all suicide deaths.
91% of adults surveyed in the U.S. think suicide can be prevented at least some of the time.
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In 2023 (most recent numbers), there were an estimated 1.5 Million suicide attempts
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In 2023, 49,316 Americans died by suicide
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Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States
Youth Suicide: A Growing Crisis Demanding Action
Suicide is a devastating public health crisis that claims the lives of far too many young people, leaving families and communities heartbroken. It is the second-leading cause of death for individuals aged 10–34 in the United States, according to the CDC’s 2021 data. The rising tide of youth suicide demands our attention and action.
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Suicide rates for youth aged 10–24 have surged by 62% over the past decade, signaling an urgent need for intervention.
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Boys are 4X more likely to die by suicide than girls, often using highly lethal methods like firearms (over 50% of cases) or suffocation (33.5% of cases).
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Girls are more likely to attempt suicide, highlighting the need for targeted mental health support across genders.
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LGBTQ+ youth face a disproportionately high risk, being four times more likely to consider suicide, with 41% of LGBTQ+ high school students reporting serious suicidal thoughts in 2023
Key risk factors include: -
Mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.
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Adverse childhood experiences, like abuse or neglect.
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Substance abuse, which can exacerbate vulnerability.
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Easy access to lethal means, particularly firearms.
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Social media pressures, including cyberbullying, which amplify emotional distress
(Source: Johns Hopkins Medicine)
Most believe this crisis is preventable, but it requires collective action. We must raise awareness, provide resources, and foster environments where young people feel supported. I call on you—my community of compassionate, engaged individuals—to join me in this fight. Please donate to my fundraising campaign to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).
Your generosity will fund vital research, expand mental health services, and support prevention programs that can save lives. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings hope to youth in crisis. Together, we can show them they are not alone and build a future where every young person feels valued and supported. Please, give generously by PayPal or Venmo today.
13 Track rock and pop album. Released in 2025. This is a story about a depressed vampire. It's not your typical superhero story.
5 song EP. Released in 2025. Includes Rise Up, Tomorrow Is Now, and more. Very limited supply.
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