Gender Gap in Youth Suicide Rates Narrows Significantly in U.S.
Source Summary
Research shows the suicide rate gap between boys and girls aged 10–14 in the U.S. has narrowed substantially since 2017. In 2017, boys' suicide rate was twice that of girls (3.28 vs 1.66 per 100,000 population), but the gap has tightened by 2024.
Why it matters
This trend reflects a significant shift in youth mental health outcomes and may indicate changing risk factors or protective factors affecting boys and girls differently.
