The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported in 2016 that suicide is the 10th leading cause of death for Americans age 10 or older.  Suicide is a serious epidemic that is the second leading cause of death for youth between the ages of 10 and 24.  A nationwide survey of youth in grades 9-12 in the United States found that 16% of students reported seriously considering suicide, 13% reported creating a plan, and 8% reported that they tried to take their own life in the previous 12 months.  If you are concerned about yourself or someone else, tell a school administrator, school counselor or a trusted adult. Do not keep it a secret! Get help.  If you are worried that someone is going to harm themselves, immediately call 9-1-1.