Bellevue’s chief psychiatrist underscores importance of ‘behavioral cues’ and warning signs in suicide prevention

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Among demographics, there has been an increase in the suicide rate among Latino New Yorkers over the last decade, climbing by 9% between 2018 and 2022. The numbers are more pronounced among Latino males, with a 3% average annual increase in the suicide rate between 2013 and 2022. Regardless of the demographic, Subedi emphasized the importance of staying aware of warning signs associated with suicide. The statistical realities surrounding suicide in New York City look different when compared to the national average. For more resources or to learn more about suicide prevention efforts in New York City, click here.