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Suicide Report Shows Small Increase in Suicide Deaths Overall, but Youth High Risk

Jan. 13, 2025 | 4:10 PM

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The number of confirmed suicide deaths in San Diego County in 2023 was 363, a 1 percent increase from the 359 deaths the previous year, and a 6 percent increase since 2021. The newest data on suicide in our region was shared at a press conference today by County leaders in Behavioral Health and the Suicide Prevention Council.

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Report Shows Slight Increase In Suicide Deaths

Sep. 7, 2023 | 5:10 PM

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After years of declines, confirmed suicide deaths in San Diego County rose to 360 in 2022, slightly more than the 358 recorded in 2021, which was the lowest number of deaths in 10 years.