Georgia community unites to combat rising tide of youth suicide
A coalition of organizations in Georgia is joining forces to combat the rising rate of suicide among children and teenagers. According to national data, approximately 8% of children attempt suicide annually, with 17% reporting serious suicidal thoughts. Jessica Andrews-Wilson, executive director of Gwinnett United in Drug Education, a group focused on helping improve the community through training and resources to help youths and prevent substance abuse, emphasized the distressing trend is also evident in their local area, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive mental health support....
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