Youth and Suicides

Here are some facts about suicides and youths:

Suicide is the sixth leading cause of
death in the age group of 5 to 14 years.

This is the third leading cause of death in the age group of 15 to 24 years of age.

Suicide rates are higher in males than in females, although the margin is not much.

Some risk factors for youths who commit suicide are the following:

Suicidal thoughts

Psychiatric illness like depression, bipolar disorder, some forms of anxiety disorders, impulsive aggressive behavior, etc.

Drug or alcohol addiction

Previous suicide attempts

Easy access to firearms

Inability to cope with situational stress

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