1. Suicide
He just graduated from high school, had a bright future ahead of him, and didn't really have any physical or emotional problems. ... The suicide rate for whites is nearly twice as high as it is for nonwhites. ... People who feel good about themselves, their personality, the way they look, have high self-esteem. ... But they set such high standards for themselves that they are never able to meet them. ... If a teenager begins to lose interest in friends, hobbies, sports, or school, he or she may be losing interest in life. ...
- Word Count: 3248
- Approx Pages: 13
- Grade Level: High School