Facts About Teen Suicide – Causes of Teen Suicide

Adolescence is never an easy time for any teenager. Not only do they have to deal with all the changes that occur in the body, they also have to deal with certain external pressures. Sometimes the situation at home can be bad and teens can end up feeling like they have nothing to live for. This can lead a teenager to commit suicide.

Most teens end up committing suicide because they think death is preferable to the suffering they are enduring. They also think that they cannot change or improve their situation, so by committing suicide they have an easy way out. Invariably, teens who attempt suicide are the ones who are trying to cope with depression.

In nearly 90 percent of cases, those close to the teen will receive clear warning signs that the teen is contemplating suicide. That being said, not all teens who commit suicide suffer from mental illness. The chances of committing suicide increase with the number of attempts a teen makes. And above all, adolescent suicides can be prevented by ensuring proper communication and therapy.

Some of the most common causes of teen suicide are:

• Discord in the family

• Being in an abusive relationship

• Drug’s use

• Abusing alcohol

• Having feelings of guilt and anger

• Suffer from any physical or mental illness

• Poor performance in school

• Sibling rivalry

• Having a history of suicide in the immediate family or circle of friends

• Complaint for the loss of a loved one

• Unable to handle life’s problems due to depression

Parents are the ones to look for signs of suicide and should be able to differentiate them from regular teen angst. If you feel that your teen is depressed and suffering from a feeling of worthlessness, you should take it seriously and seek professional help immediately. The adolescent should not be left alone and parents should try to encourage him to open up and talk about what he feels. Support and help your teen work through the depression and feelings she is experiencing.