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This is a partnership between The Healing House / Modoc Youth and Family Services and Lost River Treatment Center to help in suicide prevention in our area.

US Suicide Statistics

Suicide is a major national public health issue in the United States. The U.S. has one of the highest suicide rates among wealthy nations. According to the CDC, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death for all ages. Suicide is a major contributor to premature mortality as it ranks as the second leading cause of death for ages 10–34 and the fourth leading cause for ages 35–54.

US Suicide Statistics

The COVID-19 crisis only exacerbates concern regarding overall mental health wellness in the U.S. Commenting in July of this year on a spike in suicides, CDC Director Robert Redfield noted: “The pandemic will cause distress and leave many people vulnerable to mental health problems and suicidal behavior. Mental health consequences are likely to be present for longer and peak later than the actual pandemic." 

Native American Statistics

The U.S. suicide rate is up 33 percent since 1999, but for Native American women and men, the increase is 139 percent and 71 percent, respectively, according to an analysis from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics.

Native American Statistics

Native communities experience higher rates of suicide compared to all other racial and ethnic groups in the U.S., with suicide being the eighth leading cause of death for Native Americans across all ages. For Native youth ages 10 to 24, suicide is the second leading cause of death; and the Native youth suicide rate is 2.5 times higher than the overall national average, making these rates the highest across all ethnic and racial groups. 

The Healing House offers a trauma-informed approach to counseling and support to children and families who are survivors of abuse and traumatic experiences. 

Our positive and nonjudgemental professionals treat a broad range of issues while developing treatment plans centered around existing strengths. We believe that we are stronger when our community works together to serve those in need.

Contact

615 H Street Southeast 

Miami, OK 74370

(918) 387-8720

Lost River Treatment Center is an outpatient rural-based organization operated by the Modoc Nation to address the opioid epidemic present in our rural community.

We serve individuals, families, and couples experiencing opioid (or related) addictions and resulting mental health disorders. We serve tribal and non-tribal consumers.

 

Contact

10025 S. 705 Road 

Wyandotte, OK 74370

(918) 303-5433

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Risk Factors

Children Risk Factors

Previous suicide attempts

Family History of suicide

Sexual orientation

Depression or other mental illness

Use of alcohol or other substances

Behavior problems

Local epidemics of suicide

Easy access to guns, other lethal methods

Bullying and cyberbullying

Adult Risk Factors

Previous suicide attempts

Family history of suicide

Childhood abuse, neglect, or trauma

Mental illness

Physical health conditions including pain

Access to firearms and drugs

Prolonged stress

Relationship problems

Unemployment

Recent stressful life events such as divorce or financial crisis 

Exposure to another person’s suicide

Learn to recognize the warning signs:

Hopelessness; feeling like there is no way out

Anxiety, agitation, sleeplessness, or mood swings

Feeling like there is no reason to live

Rage or anger

Engaging in risky activities

Increasing alcohol or drug abuse

Withdrawing from family and friends

Sleeping too little or too much

Withdrawing or isolating themselves

Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge

Extreme mood swings

The presence of any of the following signs requires immediate attention:

Thinking about hurting or killing themselves

Reading or seeking information on ways to die

Talking about death, dying, or suicide

Showing hopelessness or expressing that they have no reason to live

Talking about feeling trapped, being in unbearable pain, or a burden to others

Self-destructive or risk taking behavior, especially when it involves alcohol, drugs, or weapons

If you or someone you know are experiencing these risk factors, please contact:

Veterans Crisis Line

Call 1-800-273-8255 and press 1

Grand Lake Mobile Crisis Unit

24 Crisis Line: 1-800-722-3611

Modoc Nation