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Hope Gillette

Originally published by Saludify

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Healthcare Disparities

Hispanic Juvenile Offenders Might Beat the Odds when it Comes to Suicide

24/11/2014 07:40pm | 7451 views

Suicide is the third leading cause of death for young people in the United States between the ages of 10 and 24, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and young women are more likely to attempt suicide compared to young men. Thoughts of suicide are typically linked to depression and other mental health struggles, and research has shown such issues can coincide with criminal behaviors–something a new study of Latino juvenile offenders looks at.

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Hope Gillette

Originally published by Saludify

Hope Gillette is an award winning author and novelist. She has been active in the veterinary industry for over 10 years, and her experience extends from exotic animal care to equine sports massage.