The Sad Reality: The Reasons Behind Student Suicides

The Sad Reality: The Reasons Behind Student Suicides

                        

  Author:- Matravi Mishra, a student of SRM UNIVERSITY DELHI-NCR, SONEPAT (HARYANA)

 

As we progress through the 21st century, suicide is becoming an increasingly common phenomenon, especially among students. In fact, suicide is now the second leading cause of death among adolescents aged 15 to 19 in the United States. The sad reality is that there are numerous troubling reasons behind student suicides, and it’s up to all of us to try and find solutions to prevent it from happening in the future.  

Recent research has shown that mental health issues among school-age children are becoming increasingly common. Many students are facing difficult family situations, bullying, or even depression. In some cases, these issues combined with mounting academic pressure leads to a feeling of helplessness and despair. This can be a dangerous combination, leading to thoughts of suicide.

 

We must take action to address this issue. We need to create an environment where students feel safe and supported. This means that schools must provide adequate mental health resources for students who are struggling. These resources should include counseling, support groups, and other forms of help. Moreover, we must work to educate students and faculty about mental health issues, so that those struggling can get the help they need.

 

INTRODUCTION  

What is Suicide? 

At its most basic level, suicide is defined as the act of intentionally taking one’s own life. It’s an act that can have devastating consequences for not only the person who takes their own life but also their family, friends, and community.

Student suicides have become a troubling issue in society, with an increasing number of young people taking their own lives. This essay will explore the causes of student suicides, the impact they have on individuals and communities, and propose solutions to prevent such tragedies. 

The Causes of Student Suicides 

When trying to understand why student suicides occur so frequently, it’s important to look at the various causes that can lead to this outcome. These causes can include mental health issues, stress and pressure, and lack of support. 

 

Mental Health Issues 

Mental health issues can play a large role in student suicides. Depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions can be difficult to cope with and are often overlooked or ignored. Without proper treatment or support, these conditions can lead to a student feeling helpless and hopeless, which can lead them to take their own life. 

 

Stress and Pressure 

Another major factor behind student suicides is stress and pressure. From academic pressures to social pressures, students today are under a great deal of stress from all angles. This constant pressure can lead to feelings of hopelessness and despair for some students which can ultimately lead to suicide. 

 

Lack of Support 

Lastly, lack of support can be a key factor behind student suicides. Many students don’t have access to proper resources or guidance that could help them cope with their issues. This lack of support can leave them feeling isolated and alone, leading them to take drastic measures such as suicide. 

 

The Impact of Student Suicides 

Student suicides leave a lasting impact on the entire school community. While it’s natural for family and friends of the deceased student to feel a great sense of loss, the entire school community can also be affected by the tragedy. There may be an increase in anxiety among students as they try to make sense of why the tragedy happened in the first place. This can lead to a decrease in morale and productivity at school as well as an increase in behavioral problems among students. The entire school community is affected when a student takes their own life, which is why it’s important to do what we can to prevent it from happening in the first place. 

 

Solutions to Prevent Student Suicides 

In order to prevent student suicides from occurring, there are several solutions that we can implement. These solutions include mental health awareness, increased support for students, and implementing a support system at school for those who need it. 

 

Mental Health Awareness 

It’s important that we create an environment that encourages open dialogue about mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. This will create a safe space for students who may be struggling with these issues, so they feel comfortable talking about them and getting the help they need before it’s too late. 

 

Increased Support for Students 

It’s also important that we provide more support for students who may be struggling with issues such as mental health or stress and pressure. This could include one-on-one counseling sessions with a professional therapist or even group therapy sessions where students can talk openly about the issues they’re facing in a safe and supportive environment. 

 

Implementing a Support System 

Finally, it’s important that schools implement a support system for those who may need extra help or guidance. This could include programs such as peer counseling or even programs where faculty members are trained in how to spot signs of distress in their students so they can get them help before it’s too late. 

 

Conclusion 

The sad reality is that student suicides are becoming increasingly common due to various causes such as mental health issues, stress and pressure, and lack of support. It’s up to all of us to work together to create solutions that will help prevent these tragedies from occurring in the future. This includes creating an environment that encourages open dialogue about mental health issues, providing more support for students who may be struggling with these issues, and implementing a support system at school for those who need extra help or guidance. It’s only through our collective efforts that we can create a future where no student must suffer in silence or take their own life due to feeling helpless or alone.