Veterans More Likely Than Civilians to Die by Suicide, VA Study Finds

While the trend hasn’t changed since 2014, deaths by suicide are increasing among veterans just as they are in the general population. 

by Maggie Fox

Veterans are twice as likely as civilians to die by suicide, the Department of Veterans Affairs said Monday in its latest report on suicide.

Veterans make up more than 14 percent of all suicides, although they account for only 8 percent of the total population, the VA report said.

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Source: NBC News 

Note: If you're a veteran struggling with depression, PTSD or other issues, or know a veteran in distress, call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and press 1.  You may also send a text to 838255.