AJMC August 3, 2024
The Center on Health Equity & Access reported on new research in youth mental health, with expert perspectives on HIV, liver cancer, and health outreach.
Rising Suicide Rates Among AAPI Youth Indicate Need for Investing in Mental Support
A recent commentary in JAMA Network Open highlights the urgent need for targeted research, culturally competent care, and community-based prevention strategies to support the mental health of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) youths, who face suicide as the leading cause of death. The study discussed the significant rise in suicide rates from 1999 to 2021, with male youth rates increasing by 72% and female rates by 125%. Contributing factors include racism, xenophobia, and increased access to firearms, particularly amid rising anti-Asian...
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