Mental health matters.
Depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation have increased dramatically among teens and young adults since the mid-2000s.
Factors include increased use of digital communication and social media, and decreases in sleep. Today, youth suicides are up in CT, and we want you to know the warning signs so you can help to save a life.
Suicide affects all ages from young children to senior citizens.
Suicide remains a rare event, but it is increasing. In CT, almost 14% of high schoolers consider suicide each year and 8% make an attempt. In some communities, the rate is even higher in middle schools. Suicide is usually related to depression or another mental illness, but up to half of people who could use counseling do not seek help. Suicide represents an individual's sense of hopelessness in the face of their problems. By reaching out and offering hope, we all have the opportunity to save a life. Take a virtual suicide prevention training, or reach out to us to provide an in-person session for your group or audience!
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