Suicide is the Third leading cause of death for people between the ages of 15 and 24 years old and 95% of people who die by suicide have a psychological disorder at the time of death. Factors that increase the risk of suicide among teens include:Factors that increase the risk of suicide among teens include:•The presence of a psychological disorder, especially depression bipolar disorder, and alcohol and substance abuse•A family history of depression or suicide (Depressive illnesses may have a genetic component, so some teens may be predisposed to suffer major depression.)•Having suffered physical or sexual abuse•Lack of a support network, poor relationships with parents or peers, and feelings of social isolation•Dealing with homosexuality in an unsupportive family or community or hostile school environmentWarning SignsSuicide among teens often occurs following a stressful life event, such as a perceived failure at school, a break-up with a boyfriend or girlfriend, the death of a loved one, a divorce, or a major family conflict. Feelings of distress, irritability, or agitation as well as hopelessness and worthlessness that often accompany depression (For example a teenager who experiences repeated failures at school, who is overwhelmed by violence at home, or who is isolated from peers is likely to experience such feelings.) Some of the more serious signs could be:•A previous suicide attempt•Talk about suicide or death in general•Talk about "going away"•Talk about feeling hopeless or feeling guilty•Pull away from friends or family•Lose the desire to take part in favourite things or activities•Have trouble concentrating or thinking clearly•Experience changes in eating or sleeping habits•Self-destructive behaviour (drinking alcohol, taking drugs, or driving too fast, for example)
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