"Suicide and Suicidal Thoughts by Oregonians," a Public Health Division report, provides a first of its kind, in-depth examination of suicide in Oregon.

• Download report as a PDF file: Suicide and Suicidal Thoughts by Oregonians (pdf) - The study is based upon 1994 data gathered from the Health Services's adult Behavior Risk Factor Survey and from death certificates. It describes not only the characteristics of Oregonians who have committed suicide, but provides additional, new analysis of the behaviors and demographic characteristics of others who have seriously considered suicide.

• Warning Signs: Possible Indicators of Increased Suicide Risk

• How to Help Someone Who Is Threatening Suicide

• November 24, 1997 Press Release: Report Provides New Insights into Suicide

• November 25, 1997 CD Summary Newsletter: "Suicidal Thoughts, Suicidal Deaths" (pdf)