American Adolescents
- The latest figures for American adolescents show that as many as 25% of adolescents have reported feelings of depression lasting at least two weeks and that teen suicide rates have tripled in the last 30 years. What factors relate to adolescent depression?
- What are some prevention strategies/interventions for adolescents who report suicidal ideations (thoughts of suicide)?
- Use the list on pages 294-295 in your text to summarize appropriate responses to adolescents who report having suicidal thoughts. Why do most teens respond well to these interventions?