Showing posts with label African American suicide. Show all posts
Showing posts with label African American suicide. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Suicide rates increasing among Black youth

New data from the Centers for Disease Control shows that between 2018 and 2021, the suicide rates among Black Americans aged 10-24 increased by 36.6%.

Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Tips on Identifying Suicide Risk In Black Youth

Suicide is a serious mental health concern. It often occurs along with symptoms of depression which can be treated with therapy. However, many are reluctant to seek professional help for mental health issues, especially in the Black community. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide is the third leading cause of death among Black youth. Therefore, it is important that we identify risk early to prevent actual suicide attempts.

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