About twelve youth suicides occur every day (“Teen Suicide Statistics”). According to the 2005 National Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance Survey, approximately one in six adolescents reported thinking about suicide (Mehta 2). Yet many teenagers isolate themselves from their families and feel like they can't talk about their feelings with a loved one. Research shows that most people who contemplate suicide do not actually want to die but see no alternatives to end their pain (Mehta 2-3). Eventually, a person's repressed emotions become too much to handle. Some turn to drugs and alcohol to try to ease the pain, while others commit suicide because they see no other way to end their pain. Suicide is a major factor especially among adolescents and must be addressed immediately. There are many warning signs to look out for that could indicate someone is considering suicide. People can be affected both physically and emotionally by suicidal thoughts. A physical sign of suicide is poor academic performance such as changes in grades or school failure which can mark the onset of adolescent depression (Barankin 1). They may also lose interest in sports, hobbies, or other extracurricular activities (“Teen Suicide” 4). Emotional warning signs to watch out for in teens are low self-esteem, behavioral problems, and stress (“Teen Suicide” 2). Additionally, psychological conditions such as anxiety, stress, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia are all crucial warning signs to watch out for because they involve suicidal thoughts (“Teen Suicide” 2). Adolescents may experience changes in eating or sleeping habits that may be part of both physical and emotional warning signs (Mehta 3). Additional signs that fall under both physical tendencies and... middle of paper ......such as suicidal tendencies. (“Teen Suicide” 5,6). In short, teen suicide is a serious problem and should be taken seriously as it can be prevented. Teen suicide can be prevented if parents serve as role models and teach effective ways to solve problems and deal with stress. Parents should also communicate openly with their teenagers about problems in their lives. As has been mentioned, you need to pay attention to physical and emotional warning signs that indicate suicidal thoughts. Additionally, adolescents who have psychological problems or substance abuse problems are at greater risk of suicidal tendencies. Additionally, treatments for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts are antidepressants or attending a group counseling session. Overall, suicide is a major factor especially among adolescents and needs to be addressed immediately. (“Adolescent suicide” 6).