Why Suicide Is Called A Preventable Cause Of Death For Emerging Adults

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According to a 2025 report by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, September is National Suicide Prevention Month and a reminder to be vigilant about preventing this cause of death. Some might be confused as to why suicide is called the most preventable cause of death among emerging adults. For example, in 2024, Speakingofsuicide.com , a website that’s self-described as providing resources for those affected by suicide, released a report called, “ No, Suicide Isn’t Always Preventable .” This report argued that calling suicide preventable can cause harm; however, calling suicide preventable doesn’t mean that every death by suicide can be stopped, but rather to highlight systematic ways to reduce the number of completed suicides. This counte