Suicide, a major cause of death among young people – Dr Marie-Claude Geoffroy

Published on: 2025-09-10

A recent report by the World Health Organisation estimates that more than 720,000 people committed suicide in 2021. In Canada, suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people aged 10 to 24. In an interview with RadioCanada, Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy reiterates the urgent need for action.

No young person should lose their life to suicide in Canada or anywhere else in the world. We must work harder to understand what can lead a young person to take their own life. We must work harder to conceptualise, test and implement new interventions, and invest in prevention — invest before distress turns to despair.

— Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy

Suicide, a major cause of death among young people – Dr Marie-Claude Geoffroy

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Source: Radio Canada