Prevention of Youth Suicide (IN: Healthy Children 2010: Enhancing Children’s Wellness. Issues in Children’s and Families’ Lives, v.8, ed. R P Weissberg et al)

This chapter addresses suicide prevention for youths. Statistics are presented that suicide is the 2nd or 3rd leading cause of death for American adolescents between 15 & 19 years of age. Several prevention strategies are presented, focusing on social support & coping skills. Suggestions for community & school-based prevention programs are included. (152 refs) (SC)