Chapter 26. Suicide by Teens and Young Adults
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Suicide by Teens and Young Adults
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Suicide by Teens and Young Adults
Author: Melanie Maggard, University of Maryland Global Campus
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26.1 Suicide by Teens and Young Adults
This video discusses the propensity for suicide, the fear of seeking help, and the stigma surrounding suicidal thoughts. Also, the video discusses what is being done on college campuses, in high schools, and through outreach organizations to engage teens and young adults in conversation about depression and suicide.
26.2 Check Your Understanding
Question 26.1
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Sorry, your answer is incorrect. Suicide is identified as the third leading killer of 10- to 24-year-olds.
Question 26.2
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Sorry, your answer is incorrect. Barriers put into place to prevent suicide attempts long enough for the desire to pass are a method of means reduction.
Question 26.3
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Sorry, your answer is incorrect. Experts worry about the contagion effect of suicide influencing others to copy the attempt.
Question 26.4
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Sorry, your answer is incorrect. Death instigators are not the kind of people who intentionally end their lives.
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