Suicide and Prevention

The years between childhood and adulthood are a vital period of transition with considerable cognitive, mental, emotional, and social change in terms of development. While adolescence is a time of immense growth and potential, it can be challenging to navigate new milestones in preparation for adult tasks such as education, job, relationships, and living situations. These transitions can lead to a variety of mental health issues, which have been linked to an increased risk of suicide.

Suicide is the second greatest cause of death among adolescents and young adults aged 15 to 24.

1. Each year, about one in every 15 high school students reported trying suicide.

2. One in every 53 high school students admits to making a suicide attempt that was serious enough to require medical attention.

3. For every young person who commits suicide, there may be 100 to 200 suicide attempts.

4. Suicide rates are even higher among certain categories of kids, such as those involved in the child care and juvenile justice systems; lesbian, homosexual, bisexual, and transgender youth; American Indian/Alaska Native youth; and military service members.

Suicide occurs in every part of the globe. In fact, low- and middle-income nations account for 77% of global suicides. While there is a well-established link between suicide and mental problems (particularly depression and alcoholism), many suicides occur spontaneously in times of hardship. Loss, loneliness, discrimination, a relationship break-up, financial troubles, chronic pain and sickness, violence, abuse, and conflict or other humanitarian catastrophes are also risk factors. A previous suicide attempt is the most powerful risk factor for suicide.

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