US suicides hit an all-time high last year

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US suicides hit an all-time high last year
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About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.

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My best friend was one of them.

I was going to say my nephew too, but that was this year

It simultaneously feels like years ago and days ago

And this year is ten years since my son took his life.

I'm so sorry. I bet you still feel it every day. I can't even imagine.

The short answer is yes I do. The long answer is that it is far more complicated.

if you want can we hear the long answer

Not ignoring this, just have not been able to put it into words (text).

oh alright thats fine take your time :). if i dont respond it's not cause im ignoring you btw im just considerinf giving up all tech for a year for mental health soon

Good luck with that! I have cut way down (totally cut out Facebook and that was a huge help)