Why Do Elderly Men Have the Highest Rate of Suicide?
It’s long been the case that men over 70 have the highest rate of suicide. This demographic is more likely to complete their first attempt than any other age group. Dr. Carrie Ditzel discusses some possible reasons as to what’s driving elderly men to take their own lives. Guest Information: Dr. Carrie Ditzel, Clinical Psychologist, Baker Street Behavioral Health Resources: Baker Street Behavioral Health | About Disparities in Suicide | CDC Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/elderly-men-suicide-rate/
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It’s long been the case that men over 70 have the highest rate of suicide. This demographic is more likely to complete their first attempt than any other age group. Dr. Carrie Ditzel discusses some possible reasons as to what’s driving elderly men to take their own lives.
Guest Information:
- Dr. Carrie Ditzel, Clinical Psychologist, Baker Street Behavioral Health
Resources:
Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/elderly-men-suicide-rate/
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