Teenage Prisoners Are Twice As Likely to Commit Suicide
Suicide rates among teenagers in adult state and federal prisons are shockingly high, according to data released by the Bureau of Justice Statistics. There are an average of 32 suicides per 100,000 prisoners amongst inmates aged 17 years and younger. This over twice the rate of suicide for those aged 25-34. Read more in one on Forbes.
Suicide rates in the U.S. in 2024, by state
Death rate for suicide in the U.S. 1950-2023, by gender
Death rate from suicide in the U.S. by gender and age 2023
Adolescent suicide rates in the U.S. by state as of 2024
England and Wales: suicide rate 2000-2024, by gender
Suicide rate in England and Wales 2024, by age
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