Suicide
by: Nicole Cooper - yellow 2, 15pts
Facts on Teen Suicide
- Suicide is the second leading cause of death for ages 10-24
- Suicide is the second leading cause of death for college-age youth and ages 12-18
- More teenagers and young adults die from suicide than from cancer, heart disease, AIDS, birth defects, stroke, pneumonia, influenza, and chronic lung disease combined
- Each day in our nation there are on average of over 5400 suicide attempts by young people grades 7-12
- 4 out of 5 who attempt suicide have given clear warning signs
- Each year in the U.S. thousands of teenagers commit suicide
Reasons for Teen Suicide
- Bullying and peer pressure
- Mental disorders
- Sexual orientation
- Domestic abuse
- Drug and alcohol abuse
- Divorce
- Emotional neglect
- Sexual abuse
- Cyber-bullying
- Stress
Symptoms of Suicide
- Drop in grades
- Boredom
- Drug and alcohol abuse
- Withdrawal from activities
- Change in eating and sleeping patterns
- Intolerance of personal praise or rewards
- Frequent physical complaints
- Depression
- Antisocial
- Constant mental stress/tiredness
How to Help Stop Teen Suicide
- Remain calm
- Ask the youth directly if they are thinking about suicide
- Focus on your concern for their well-being and avoid being accusatory
- Listen
- Reassure them that there is help and that they won't feel like this forever
- Don't judge
Local Resources
Alexander Youth Network-
(704) 377-0602
National Alliance on Mental Illnesses North Carolina-
(919) 788-0801
CRISISline: Mental Health America of Greenville County-
Greenville, SC 29601
CrisisLink-
(703) 527-4077
1 (800) SUICIDE
1 (800) 273-TALK