Teen Suicide
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Suicides among young people nationwide have increased greatly in
recent years. Each year in the U.S., thousands of teenagers commit suicide.
Suicide is the third leading cause of death for 15 - to - 24 years olds,
and the sixth leading cause of death for 5 - to - 14 year olds.
Teenagers experience ....
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.... feelings are similar to those of
depression. Parents should be aware of the following signs of adolescents
who may try to kill themselves. Child and adolescent psychiatrists
recommend that if one or more of these signs occurs, parents need to talk
to their child about their concerns and seek professional help when the
concerns persist.
Teen suicide leaves behind an unceasing wake of questions. Parents,
friends, and classmates all ask in endless echo-WHY? Everyone tries to
make sense of ....
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