GVPanorama: Behind the Alarming Rise in U.S. Gun Suicides among Youth of Color
The devastating ripple effects of the Covid-era spike in gun ownership are now becoming apparent
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As we continue trying to shed light on the problem of suicide during Suicide Prevention Month, we bring back this excellent Guardian article from last May.
The focus here is not just the shocking increase in gun purchases across the demographic board during the pandemic, but how it has contributed to a rise in suicides among youth in Black, Latino, and Asian American communities.
Hard facts, personal stories, the impulsive nature of suicide, and intervention strategies to help combat the problem are all covered in this impressive piece of reporting.
Check out the full article here.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which provides 24/7 free and confidential support. Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org.