Youth suicide rates increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially among males, American Indians, and Black youth.

Crisis Counseling sign posted on at Golden Gate Bridge to prevent suicides

The Center for Suicide Prevention and Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital says youth suicides have increased during COVID-19, particularly among males, non-Hispanic American Indian/Alaskan Native youth, and non-Hispanic Black youth. This is a concerning public health issue since suicide is the second leading cause of death for individuals aged 5-24 years in the US.

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