September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This month is intended to create conversation about suicide, raise awareness about statistics and warning signs, and promote the safety and support of those struggling with suicidality.
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Overall, suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. However, it is the second leading cause of death among individuals from 10-34 years old. A recent article by Khazan (2020), published in The Atlantic highlights the concerning trend of increased suicidality and substance abuse among millennials. Economic factors, the opioid epidemic, and the rise of social media all appear to contribute to the downturn of millennial mental health.
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Suicide is one of those taboo topics that everyone knows about, yet everyone is reluctant to talk about. This is dangerous. Failing to talk about suicide, its warning signs, and what to do to get help can cost countless lives.
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