Suicidal thoughts and substance abuse are commonly co-occurring, and each condition can worsen the other. One study from 2015 found that people who suffer from substance abuse are 2x more likely to have thoughts of suicide, 2.5x more likely to attempt suicide, and 1.5x more likely to die by suicide when compared to someone without a substance use disorder.
Suicide is an unfortunate reality in our world today and is the 10th leading cause of death in America. The mental challenges that lead to suicide attempts, either caused by a mental illness or trauma, can benefit from treatment and care. When someone is having thoughts of suicide, reaching out for help may seem like an impossible task, but help is available. Here, we hope to illuminate the reality of suicide and provide helpful resources so that anyone struggling with these thoughts may the help they need to live another day.
Browse the top treatment centers for addiction and co-occurring disorders by state.
We’ve selected the top dual diagnosis treatment centers in the country based on reviews, accreditations, and how effectively their programs treat addiction and co-occurring mental disorders. For those only dealing with substance abuse, click the button below:
LiveAnotherDay.org’s helpline is a private and convenient solution for individuals seeking treatment for addiction or mental illness.
Calls to our helpline (all non-facility specific 1-8XX numbers) will be answered by Recovery Advisors, American Addiction Centers, or one of our verified local treatment partners. Calls are routed based on geographic location.
Our helpline is offered at no cost to you and with no obligation to enter into treatment. In some cases, Live Another Day charges our verified partner a modest cost per call, which helps us cover the costs of building and maintaining our website. We do not receive any commission or fee that is dependent upon which treatment provider a visitor ultimately selects.
For more information on Live Another Day’s helpline, as well as our selection process, mission statement, and staff, visit our About page.
If our helpline is unable to assist you, we recommend browsing our state-by-state listings of the Best-Rated Rehab Centers, reading our resource guides, or visiting SAMHSA.gov.