Juvenile suicide

The article provides information on the prevalence and factors of suicidal behaviour of teenagers (up to 18 years) based on statistics taken over the last 5 years. The role of the Internet and the media, provoking and protective factors are considered. It is shown that the suicide of teenagers is the final link in a complex process resulting from many biological, psychiatric, psychological, social, and cultural factors. Knowledge of their role in the dynamics of the suicidal process gives the possibility of a differentiated approach to suicide prevention for children and adolescents.