09/16/2025
September is Su***de Prevention Month 💜🩵💜🩵
At Ascent Therapy Harrison, we believe every kid and teen deserves support, understanding, and hope. 🩵
📊 What the latest data shows ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️
• Su***de is the second leading cause of death among people ages 10‑24 in the U.S.
According to the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey:
• About 39.7% of high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. 
• 20.4% seriously considered attempting su***de in the past year. 
• 9.5% actually attempted su***de. 
• Among teens ages 12‑17, serious suicidal thoughts dropped from nearly 13% in 2021 to 10% in 2024. Su***de attempts dropped from 3.6% to 2.7%.

• For children ages 8‑12, su***de and self‑harm are rising. Between 2016 and 2022, emergency visits for su***de attempts and self‑injury in kids ages 5‑18 rose by 166%. 
💬 What this means & what we can do
These numbers are painful—but they also remind us of what matters: early support, open conversation, and removing stigma. No kid should feel alone, and no parent should feel without resources.
🤝 Ascent Therapy Harrison is here for you
• If your child or teen is showing signs of distress (changes in mood, loss of interest, talk of hopelessness, withdrawal, etc.), it’s okay to reach out.
• We offer safe, confidential therapy in a caring environment.
• We can help families with guidance, coping strategies, and connecting with crisis support when needed.
If you or someone you love is in crisis, please call or text 988 (U.S. Su***de & Crisis Lifeline) immediately.
You are not alone. There is hope. 💜🩵💜🩵💜🩵
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