Editor’s note: This conversation discusses suicide and self-harm. If you or a loved one are having thoughts of suicide, call 9-8-8, the crisis lifeline.

Older adults in Illinois are at an increased risk for suicide, according to recently released data from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Nearly 20% of suicides in Illinois were among people 65 years and older between 2020 and 2021, with white men disproportionately affected.

Reset learns more about prevention efforts and supports that older adults need.

GUESTS: Maryann Mason, associate professor of emergency medicine at Feinberg School of Medicine and principal investigator of the Illinois Violent Death Reporting System

Phil Martinez, licensed clinical professional counselor and board chair for the Illinois Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention