Suicide is a formidable problem, with at least thirty-six thousand people in the United States killing themselves each year. Through objective discussion, numerous direct quotes, and full-color illustrations, this title examines How Did Suicide Prevention Become an Issue of Concern? Should More Resources Be Devoted to Mental Health? How Effective Are Youth Suicide Prevention Efforts? Should Suicide Prevention Be a Higher Priority for the Military? and Could Gun Control Help Reduce Suicide?