Data Shows Surge In Suicides Among Cook County’s Black Population

By Aleezeh Hasan
Virus Outbreak Black Suicides
Jasmin Pierre poses for a photo with her smartphone app, in New Orleans, Thursday, July 2, 2020. Pierre, who survived multiple suicide attempts, doesn't want people struggling alone. She created The Safe Place, a free Black-oriented mental health app that's seen more signups during the pandemic. Gerald Herbert / AP Photo
Virus Outbreak Black Suicides
Jasmin Pierre poses for a photo with her smartphone app, in New Orleans, Thursday, July 2, 2020. Pierre, who survived multiple suicide attempts, doesn't want people struggling alone. She created The Safe Place, a free Black-oriented mental health app that's seen more signups during the pandemic. Gerald Herbert / AP Photo

Data Shows Surge In Suicides Among Cook County’s Black Population

By Aleezeh Hasan
WBEZ brings you unbiased news and information. Sign up for our newsletters to stay up to date on the stories that matter.

Chicago’s Black community has seen a sharp increase in the number of the suicide-related deaths this year. Reset takes a closer look at the issue.

Editor’s note: If you or someone you know is struggling with your mental health, the National Suicide Hotline number is 1-800-273-8255.

GUESTS: Lakeidra Chavis, reporter at The Trace

Arturo Carrillo, director of health and violence prevention for Brighton Park Neighborhood Council; lead organizer for the Collaborative for Community Wellness