The suicide rates for adolescent boys and girls have been steadily rising since 2007, according to a new report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, (2013). Suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people ages 15-24 in the U.S. (National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (2018). However, with the surge in teenage suicide, there is one demographic that is dealing with an alarming increase in teenage suicide.
The Latina teenage population currently have the highest rate of suicide attempts among all adolescent groups in the U.S. according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s 2015 youth high-risk behavior. Escalating into …show more content…
of Public Health, Death Statistical Master Files; CDC Wonder
What are the Views/concepts on Latino Youth Suicide?
Why is Teenage Suicide in the Latino Culture Important for Others to be aware of?
It is crucial for community leaders, teachers, social workers, churches, parents, students, and others to beware of suicide among teenagers especially in the minority cultures. Ethnic groups differ in rates of suicidal behaviors among youths (Goldston, et al., 2008). Understanding why this trend is in increasing can help to destigmatize issues regarding mental health issues. Being informed provides an opportunity for others to be aware of suicide for a number of reasons. Being aware of suicide can help bring awareness to this growing problem.
Having an awareness of how many people have committed suicide is important in helping to educate oneself on the issues of teenage suicide. Mental Health along with suicide still face major stigma in our society. Often teenagers are hesitant to discuss their issues with anyone for fear of being dismissed or judged. Suicide may appear to be a way out to alleviate the emotional pain they may be feeling. Having an awareness of how prevalent teenage suicide is can help individuals recognize the signs and symptoms of a teenage …show more content…
On September 4th 2014, the World Health Organization (WHO) launched the report ‘Preventing Suicide: A Global Imperative’, the first-ever global report on suicide prevention. This effort brings much needed attention to the causes, symptoms, and culture. It also sends a clear message of the issue and need, of adequate help and representation of culturally competent mental healthcare workers. In doing so, states can potentially seek funding for programs to assistance in helping to deal with the growing trend towards Latino youth