5 of the most shocking facts about suicide and mental illness in Ohio:

1. Approximately five people die by suicide every day in Ohio. This alarming statistic highlights the severity of the suicide crisis in the state.
2. Between 2007-2018, suicides increased by 45% among all Ohioans and by 56% among youth between 10-24 years old. This dramatic rise in suicide rates, especially among young people, is deeply concerning.
3. In 2022, suicides involving a firearm accounted for more deaths than all other methods combined. The prevalence of firearms in suicide deaths underscores the link between gun access and suicide risk.
4. Suicide deaths among Hispanic Ohioans have increased by 171% over the past 15 years, while suicide deaths among Black Ohioans have increased by 83%. These staggering increases in minority communities point to growing mental health disparities.
5. In 2021, suicide was the second-leading cause of death among Ohioans 10-34 years of age. This fact highlights how suicide disproportionately affects young people in Ohio, making it a critical public health issue for this age group.

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