Senior Writing Project
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From 2005 to 2014, the average suicide rate for all Americans (measured per 100,000 individuals) rose from 10.90 to 12.93
90% of suicide cases are linked to mental illness
10 times as many americans now have depression than in the 1970's
White, Middle aged men are most likely to commit suicide
Teens are not the age group most affected by suicide, but the rate has been trending upwards over the past years
Since 1999, the rate amongst 10-14 year old girls has tripled
Suicide is the 3rd most common cause of death for 10-14 year olds, and the 2nd for 17-34 year olds
LGBTQ teens are more likely to commit suicide than straight teens
Cover
About me
My Project
Project Progress/Setbacks
Research Paper: Background
Research Paper: Thesis/plan of action
Journals