There has been a lack of public outrage or demand for emotional education in middle and high schools. Consequently few economic resources or incentives are being offered to encourage use of these programs and information for teens. Because of the spate of middle and high school killings across America, we focus on stopping teen violence against their peers, not preventing adolescent self-destructive behavior which is far more prevalent. Of 500,000 Americans who attempt suicide each year, one-half are teens. About 2,000 U.S. teens kill themselves yearly, and 685 make attempts each day.
Suicide is second only to accidents as the leading cause of teen death.
The rate of teen depression has tripled in the last 30 years. These acts portray painful wounded feelings around self-acceptance and identity that are often hidden and devastating to teens. All Rights Reserved.