Title: The Suicide Rate for Young Adults has Tripled Since the 1950s – Inspire Malibu
Headings: The Suicide Rate for Young Adults has Tripled Since the 1950s
The Suicide Rate for Young Adults has Tripled Since the 1950s
Last Updated on February 5, 2021 by
A list of common suicide warning signs includes:
The following are good suggestions for taking action against depression among college students:
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Summary

Content: Today, 1 in 12 students have made a suicide plan. The biggest reasons for suicidal thoughts are from depression and stress about things like competition among students, high tuition costs, and the economy. Some of the risk factors that contribute to suicidal thoughts include a family history of suicide, mental health problems and substance abuse issues. A list of common suicide warning signs includes: Trouble eating or sleeping
Radical changes in behavior
Withdrawal from friends and family
Loss of interest in school or hobbies
Giving away possessions
Lack of interest in physical appearance
Friends and family should recognize the warning signs of depression and suicide, and be proactive at making attempts to discuss and take action. Concerned parents can pay extra attention to stay in touch with their child away at college. The following are good suggestions for taking action against depression among college students: Send care packages
Visit in person from time to time
Chat regularly by phone, email, text or Skype
Be sensitive to signs of stress and use a calming voice or tone
Make sure they are getting enough sleep, exercise, and are eating well
Depression and anxiety are more problematic now than in previous decades and they are hitting people at younger ages than ever before. It’s one thing to have bouts of depression, but another thing when they lead to suicide. Even if problems persist and they don’t lead to suicide, young adults can be more susceptible to substance abuse problems that might last long into their adult years.