Suicide Among American Students

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This paper analyzes the topic of suicide amongst students in America and questions why it is so rife. Young children do not commit suicide in great numbers, but by the time they reach college, suicide is the second leading cause of death among students. The paper notes that suicide in college students is closely linked to depression, and it is an alternative for students because often the symptoms are not recognized until it is too late.

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"As noted, the leading cause of suicide in young adults is depression, but what leads to that depression? Often, the pressures of academia, including large class loads, working while attending school, and the new situation of being alone and on their own can lead students to depression. A suicide expert writes, "Going to college can be a difficult transition period in which students may feel lost, lonely, confused, anxious, inadequate, and stressed. And these problems may lead to depression". Many students also note that they acknowledge they are depressed, but do not get help for their depression ".

Sample of Sources Used:

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