SALT LAKE CITY — The number of youth dying by suicide has tripled in the state of Utah in the past decade.
Eliason is also co-chair of the governor’s suicide prevention task force, which was created at the beginning of the year.
Elliott says he was struggling in the weeks leading up to her son’s death but she never thought it would lead to suicide.
Right now, a study is being conducted by the Harvard Injury Control Research Center on youth suicides in Utah.
Cathy Barber, who is heading the project, says firearms account for more suicide deaths than all other methods combined.
Suicide Prevention Hotlines and Online Resources If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, KSL encourages you to call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.
Suicide Prevention If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK. »