Recent Defense Department Report Reveals Suicides in the U.S. Military Increased in 2023

The recent rise in suicides among active-duty service members is a reminder of the need for better mental health support across our military. This persistent trend reveals gaps in addressing the unique pressures our service members face. We worked for months to come up with data-driven recommendations on the Quality of Life Panel to improve the lives of men and women in active duty, and we encourage the Senate to consider adopting more of these recommendations in their version of the FY 2025 NDAA.

The national suicide and crisis lifeline is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org.