Question

What are risk factors for teen suicide?

Answer 1

• A previous suicide attempt
• Psychological and mental disorders, especially depression and other mood disorders, schizophrenia, and social anxiety
• Substance abuse or alcohol disorders
• History of abuse or mistreatment
• Family history of suicide
• Feelings of hopelessness
• Physical illness
• Impulsive or aggressive tendencies
• Financial or social loss
• Relationship loss
• Isolation or lack of social support
• Easy access to methods of suicide
• Being around others who have committed suicide