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EPISODE · Oct 28, 2025 · 33 MIN

Why are suicide rates among young Americans going up?

from On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti · host WBUR

Young adult suicide rates are rising in the U.S. For Americans aged 18 to 27, the rate increased by nearly 20% in the past decade. What’s behind the rise, and what are states doing about it? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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