1.

Causes of Teen Suicide

Factors that increase the risk of suicide among teens include: a psychological disorder,
especially depression, bipolar disorder, and alcohol and drug use (in fact, about 95% of
people who die by suicide have a psychological disorder at the time of death)

2. Why is Teen suicide alarming

AS we approached the end of Teen Suicide Prevention week (February 11-18)
the Maritzburg Fever uncovered some alarming facts and traits regarding suicide in
teenagers and the behaviour that accompanies suicidal teens.

3. What can we do to lower the rate of teen suicide

Psychotherapy provides a necessary therapeutic relationship that reduces the risk
of suicide. Cognitive-behavioral approaches that include problem-solving training seem
to reduce suicidal ideation and attempts more effectively than treatment as usual or
nondirective therapy.