[Suicide] is a self-inflicted act that ends in death. Over the past years the American society has been concerned about the issue of teenage suicide. The individual, in seemingly hopeless conflict with the world, decides to end his or her existence in what he or she considers to be a final assault against a society that can no longer be tolerated. The issue of teenage suicide seems to be put under a wrap. It is not discussed as often, and thus the matter can only gets worst. It is now the second leading cause of death of teenagers. (Introduction)
             [When] approaching the topic of teenage suicide, we must not draw any similarity to adult suicide. Adult suicides and those of teenagers' are different. The gap in age provides a different foundation for adults and teenagers to view life. There are various types of reasons why teenagers commit suicide and it differs between adults and teenagers. By acknowledging that symptoms and familiarize ourselves with the suicidal signs, we can provide the best method of solution to put a stop on teenage suicides. (Introduction) (Thesis)
             [When] looking at the issue of teenage suicide, there are three approaches that should not be overlooked. People must accept the fact that all teenagers are susceptible to committing suicides regardless of their background. Knowledge is power and therefore it is encouraged to get every information there is to know about the signs of suicidal teens and find methods that will better suit the teenagers. The best way to put and end to teenage suicides is prevention. People should know the basic knowledge of suicide prevention and be ready to offer help when coming across a disturbed teenage. (Introduction)
             [One] major reason that the suicide rate among teenagers is so high, is that the teenage years are a period of chaos. New sociable characters are being learned, new acquaintances connections are being developed, physical and sexual changes are occurring (Crook 93...