Suicide and Depression

Suicide and Depression

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May 5 , 2010 Introduction

Do you know that suicide is presently a tragedy that has often been causing death in the United States of America amongst other nations ? Suicide is said to be the third leading cause of death among teenagers in America currently . This is a compelling problem with the youth of the United States today . In addition , more teenagers are dying out of suicide than any other disease in some countries . Teenagers commit suicide because of family troubles

, failures in school , lack of supportive network amongst other reasons which makes them doubt their self-worth , often feel unwanted , redundant , and misunderstood therefore lacking a reason to continue living (Coopstein , 2008

Depression can be referred to as serious illness that affects one 's thoughts , feelings , behaviors and the overall health . Depression can affect anybody , teenagers included . When teenagers get depressed they should be helped with treatment (Franklin , 1999-2003 . Depression is the most common cause of suicide amongst teenagers . However , it is not the only cause of suicide . In the past three decades , suicide has increased in a very high late . When depression has negative effects on teens ' relationships and ability to act normal while at home , school or even when playing , there is need to seek treatment from professionals like counselors (Rowatt , 2001

There are several facts about suicide amongst teenagers that include the following One , every year almost 5 ,000 young people die by committing suicide . Secondly , suicide amongst teenagers...