The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) highlights shared risk and protective factors for suicide and overdose in the infographic titled "Creating a Shared Approach to Suicide and Overdose Prevention."

Childhood trauma and adversity, economic hardship, access to lethal means, discrimination, social isolation, and other risk factors can contribute to risk of suicide and/or overdose, while stable employment and housing, safe, supportive, and inclusive environments, access to healthcare, and other protective factors can build community connectedness and reduce the risk of negative health outcomes.

Please view this resource to learn more about a comprehensive approach to suicide and overdose prevention and strategies that strengthen economic supports, community connectedness, and access to education and healthcare.

The infographic can be viewed here and attached below.