DC and Maryland Among Best Depression and Suicide Rates
Ranking America’s Mental Health: An Analysis of Depression Across the States
Believe it or not, the District of Columbia recently ranked as having the lowest suidide rate. It was #23 in terms of rate of depression (#1 being best). Maryland had the 5th lowest rate of depression and 8th lowest suicide rate.
Something is going right around here. Â The ACA (American Counseling Association) credits access to mental health professionals and health benefits.