Chester County Youth Suicide Prevention Task Force

Depression & Suicide Facts 

Depression & Suicide Warning Signs 

On average in the U.S., one young person dies by suicide every two hours.
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For every completed youth suicide, it is estimated that approximately 100 to 200 attempts were made.
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For people aged 15 to 24, suicide is the third leading cause of death.
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Suicide is the second leading cause of death on college campuses.
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Depression is the leading cause of death by suicide.
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Depression, the most common psychological disorder, is experienced by 1 in 8 teens.
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•  Sadness
• Loss of interest in activities
• Not eating or over-eating
• Sleep problems
• Unable to concentrate
• Irritability
• Angry outbursts
• Frequent physical complaints
• Missed school
• Missed assignments
• Fatigue
• Low energy
• Drug or alcohol abuse
• Unreasonable feelings of guilt
• Indecisiveness
• Self-harm
• Thoughts of death or suicide

Depression is a highly treatable disorder!

If you know someone who shows these signs — ask for help! Tell someone you trust or call the
Chester County Mental Health Crisis Intervention
1-877-918-2100
Or you may call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
1-800-273-TALK (8255)