Psychology
Prevalence and correlates of suicidal ideation and suicide attempts in preadolescent children: A US population-based study
H. R. Lawrence, T. A. Burke, et al.
In a significant study by Hannah R. Lawrence and colleagues, the prevalence of suicidal ideation and attempts among 9- and 10-year-old children in the US reveals alarming rates—14.33% for ideation and 1.26% for attempts. Notably, factors such as gender, sexuality, race, and family income play critical roles in these outcomes, underscoring the urgent need for targeted prevention strategies.
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