Suicide Prevention and Resources
In 2015, there were 5,900 reported suicides of young people aged 10-24. That accounts for 13.4% of all suicides in the U.S. that year. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth ages 15-24. For every suicide, 100-200 young people make an attempt. In 2015, over 182,000 youth ages 10-24 were hospitalized for self-inflicted injuries. Risk Factors for Teen Suicide Suicide risk in teens is most clearly linked to 7 mental conditions, which can co-occur together, increasing risk further: Barriers to Treatment for Teens
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