An epidemiologist has received a grant to study rates of suicide in the overall population.Which group will she find has the highest rate of completed suicides?

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The group with the highest rate of completed suicides is adults over age 65. This is due to factors such as social isolation, physical illness, and the unique challenges associated with aging. While adolescents and young adults may have higher rates of suicide attempts, the rate of completed suicides is higher among older adults.

An Epidemiologist Has Received a Grant to Study Rates of Suicide