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Suicide Prevention
James R. McDonough
Florida Office of Drug Control
Uniformed and
Armed Professions
Emile Durkheim
Leadership Responsibilities
Introspection
Self Honesty
Air Force Approach
Suicide was 2nd leading cause of death in USAF between 1990-1994
Developed and Instituted a suicide prevention program
Identified 3 themes among suicide victims
-Stigma
-Beliefs
-Cultural Norms
Adults
Highest number of suicides
In 2003, approximately 68% of all suicides were among
ages 25-64
Elderly
Comprise 12% of population and account for 18% of
nation’s suicides
Suicide rate is six times the national average among this
population
In 2002, twice as many Americans died by suicide
than from HIV/AIDS
•It’s preventable
Reducing Stigma
Gatekeeper Training