1. By: Lexi Wright & Autumn Heath
Suicide
By: Lexi Wright & Autumn Heath

2. Suicide is ….
The intentional taking of one’s own life.

3. Main reasons for teen suicide attempts:
Feeling hopeless
Fear of disappointing others
Bullying
Trying to fit in socially
Problems with relationships and friendships

4. Suicide among teenagers:
Second leading death in ages 10-24
Girls most common to attempt overdose.
Boys most common to try more lethal ways.

5. One time is bad but twice???
After having psychological help 20% of makes attempt again
58% of girls attempt suicide twice.
Many teens self harm before attempting

6. All in one location: 422 total hospitalized suicide attempts
115 attempts made by 112 boys
303 attempts made by 247 girls

7. The number of suicide attempts DAILY in the year of 2016.
5,240
The number of suicide attempts DAILY in the year of 2016.

8. Of all high school students seriously considered attempting.
19.3%
Of all high school students seriously considered attempting.

9. Seeking help: Trusted adults Therapy & counseling
Suicide hotline
Hotline is available 24/7
Completely confidential

10. Look out for: Talking about killing oneself or harming
Strong feeling of hopelessness or being trapped
Unusual goodbye calls and visits
A sudden switch out of depression
⅘ teens that attempt show warning signs like these
14.5% planned out their attempts