According to a Healthline article, the reasons behind sadness, depression, and suicide among teens are complex, but some forms of bullying may play a role in increasing the likelihood of their occurrence.

That’s the conclusion reached in a studyTrusted Source published today in the journal PLOS ONE.

Researchers say nearly one in three young people in the United States may experience bullying, with the occasional story of a teen’s suicide seemingly linked to bullying activity.

• Researchers say bullying can be a factor in mental distress and suicide attempts by children and teens.
• They say this type of distress is especially common among LGBTQ+ youth.
• Experts say parents can help children who are bullied by teaching them emotional and interpersonal skills as well as assisting them in building relationships with school personnel.

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