• Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. for ages 10-34. Suicide is the #2 ranked cause of death (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention).
• For APIs between ages 15-19, suicide is the leading cause of death (CDC, 2016).
• Depression is found in 1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men. It’s the greatest risk factor for suicide YET only 1 in 3 will get treatment.
• Over 70% of Black/African American adolescents with a major depressive episode did not receive treatment for their condition (SAMHSA).
• Exposure to violence touches 2 in 3 children in the U.S. each year. Trauma affects a child’s health and ability to learn, especially infants to 3 years old.
• However, we have seen so many children, adults and families become healthier when they access care. These success stories are the heartbeats that keep PACS going.
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