evidence: Approximately 2 million adolescents attempt suicide each year. Among U.S. pediatric deaths, more than 25% are by suicide. It is the second leading cause of death for children and young adults ages 10 to 24, causing more death than any single major illness and second only to unintentional injuries. Each year, some 6,500 deaths in this age group account for 14% of all suicides in the U.S. [...] - 10% attempted suicide. [...] Almost 25% of LGBTQ+ students attempted suicide during the past year. Close to 70% experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness.