Teen suicide is on the decline, new federal data shows
Summary
New federal data shows that teen suicide rates and depression have decreased between 2021 and 2024. However, a significant number of teens still experience suicidal thoughts, and access to mental health care remains a challenge.Key Facts
- Teen suicide rates decreased from about 13% in 2021 to 10% in 2024.
- Suicide attempts among teens fell slightly from 3.6% to 2.7%.
- The percentage of teens experiencing major depression dropped from 21% to 15%.
- Around 60% of teens who experienced recent depression received treatment.
- Approximately 2.6 million teens still had suicidal thoughts in 2024.
- 700,000 adolescents attempted suicide in the past year.
- Access to mental health care is challenging due to cost, provider shortages, and cultural barriers.
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