Suicide Attempts: 2021
What does this measure?
The provided data measures self-harm events that led to either hospitalization or emergency department visits in 2021. The information is categorized by age, race/ethnicity, and gender for Orange County and several other counties in the region, including Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester, along with New York State totals. This data provides a detailed look at the demographics of individuals experiencing mental health crises and a comparison of trends across different counties.
Summary Statement
The data reveals that self-harm events are most prevalent among younger age groups, with individuals aged 0-19 accounting for the highest number of hospitalizations and ED visits in all counties. A significant gender disparity is also evident, with females consistently having a higher number of both hospitalizations and ED visits compared to males across the board. In Orange County, for example, there were 102 female hospitalizations compared to 79 male hospitalizations.
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