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CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA, CA - NOVEMBER 13, 2025 -- Neal Tricarico holds one of many rocks in honor of Anthony "Ant" Tricarico that has been left in a memorial garden by friends and relatives in the front yard of the Tricarico home in Cardiff by the Sea on November 13, 2025. Anthony, who was autistic, died by suicide in May 2024. He was 16 years old. Only after Anthony died did the Tricarico's discover that autistic kids - particularly those like their son, whose disability is not immediately apparent from the outside - are more likely to think about and die from suicide, and at earlier ages, than their neurotypical peers.The couple have since started the Endurant Movement, a non-profit dedicated to raising awareness about this issue. (Genaro Molina/Los Angeles Times) (via latimes.com)

Autistic People Three Times More Likely to Die by Suicide, Study Warns

A Bournemouth University study of over 4,000 autistic individuals calls for faster diagnoses and tailored mental health support, revealing that one in four autistic people will attempt suicide in their lifetime.

Key Takeaways

Autistic people are 3x more likely to die by suicide, with 1 in 4 attempting it versus 1 in 37 in the general population
The study surveyed over 4,000 autistic individuals and was published in Autism in Adulthood
Researchers identify four priority areas: faster diagnosis, addressing systemic inequalities, community support, and specialized crisis intervention

DT Editorial AI·Feb 14, 2026·via medicalxpress.com

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Autistic People Three Times More Likely to Die by Suicide, Study Warns

Autistic People Three Times More Likely to Die by Suicide, Study Warns