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Teenage suicide: what to do after a first attempt

Teenage suicide: what to do after a first attempt

Suicidal behavior continues to be a global public health problem, which is close to pandemic levels. The latest data on deaths from this cause in the general population of Spain indicate that it remains the leading external death (3,941 deaths, 7.4% more than in 2019). In addition, it is 8% (314) higher in adolescents and young people (between 15 […] … learn more→

Suicidal behavior in adolescents: what should we be aware of?

Suicidal behavior in adolescents: what should we be aware of?

Suicidal behavior is one of the main health problems worldwide in youth. In Spain, it is the leading cause of unnatural death, even above traffic accidents. According to data from the National Institute of Statistics of Spain , in 2020 3,941 people committed suicide, of which 300 were young people. More and more adolescents report wishes to die, communicate their intention […] … learn more→