Because older adults have the highest rate of suicide in the United States, it is important to understand the epidemiological trends, prevalence, and incidence rates of older adult suicidality. This chapter deconstructs myths and misconceptions related to suicide among older adults. It presents a brief overview of empirically grounded strategies for effective assessment and treatment of this population. Although suicide risk increases with age, it is not uncommon for professionals to provide a lower standard of care and service to older individuals. It is critical to be aware of the factors that contribute to suicide in this group in order to design effective suicide prevention and intervention programs and to effectively assess for suicide risk in older adults. It is equally important to be aware of the factors that protect against suicide in this group in order to support and enhance these qualities in an effort to reduce suicide rates.