This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Conn chapter.
September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month. According to the university’s resources website:
- Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among college students
- Almost 1,100 suicides are projected to happen on college campuses this year
- 18-24 year olds think about suicide more often than any other age group
- Within a 24-hour period, around 12 young adults ages 15-24 will take their own lives
- One person younger than age 25 commits suicide every 2 hours and 2 ½ minutes
The most important thing to remember is that suicide is 100% preventable. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, here are just a few of the many resources available:
- For immediate help, please click here.
- Counseling and Mental Health Services: 860-486-4705337 Mansfield Road, U-1255Storrs, CT 06269
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK
Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, contemplating self-harm, or feeling completely helpless, use the available resources to help you.