Suicide Prevention for Men

Adult men are most at risk for suicide. In Missouri, about 380 adult men between the ages of 35 and 60 die by suicide each year. This represents a real loss for Missouri families and communities. Suicide can be prevented. It means knowing what to do when you or someone you know is going through a difficult time. It means knowing how and where to get help. Help is available. If you or someone you know is in a mental health, suicide, or substance use crisis, help is available. Reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988, or chatting at https://988lifeline.org/. The Lifeline can help you get through an immediate crisis and put you in touch with resources in your community.

What causes a man to consider suicide?

• Happens to Good Men
• A Break-up
• A Change in Employment
• Loss of a Loved One
• Male Depression
• Substance Use
• For Servicemembers
• For a Young Man
• In Mid-Life
• For the Mature Man

How do I talk about what I am going through?

• Talking to the Doctor
• Talking to the Counselor

What are the myths of suicide?

• Myths of Suicide

What are the warning signs for a man?

• Warning Signs

What can I do for a man I know who is considering suicide?

• What Can We Do
• For His Family and Friends
• Talking About Suicide
• What to do After a Crisis

What data is there on suicide in Missouri?

• Missouri Suicide Data
• The Means of Suicide

Where can I get more information?

• Resource List