Someone once said suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. More than 8 out of 10 children who threaten suicide attempt it. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among youth aged 15 to 24. Accidents are first, and many single-car crashes may be unreported suicides. The only age group in the United States with a constantly rising mortality rate is 215 to 24 year-olds.
Suicide is the fastest growing cause.
Two-thirds of suicidal kids report poor relationships with their parents. Ninety percent say their parents don t understand them. Increased sadness, tearfulness, moodiness, or irritability. Withdrawal from favorite activities or relationships with favorite people. Changes in sleeping and eating habits, and lack of attention to clothes and appearance.