Teen Suicidal Ideation Rates Drop
September 22, 2026 – Trigger Warning.
In the 2022 California Healthy Kids Survey, 17% of high school teens had thought about taking their own life. In 2025, the percentage dropped to 9%.
From 17% to 9% in just 3 years.
That’s the percentage of California high school teens reporting thoughts of taking their own lives dropping to the lowest number in the history of the California Healthy Kids Survey.
The difference?
According to CYBHI Director Dr. Sohil Sud, Certified Wellness Coaches are a big factor.
Sometimes, having the supportive conversations can make the biggest impact.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988. You can also chat with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988lifeline.org.
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