In January, 2019, seven Aboriginal children died by suicide in Australia. By March, at least 24 young Aboriginal people were reported to have taken their lives, including three children younger than 12 years. 1 Despite Australia's wealth, the health statistics for Aboriginal peoples are dire and alarming. High rates of suicide and a disproportionate burden of disease and injury for Aboriginal peoples is an ongoing and disturbing trend. 2 Mental health inequities in Australia are similar to those faced by Indigenous populations in other countries. 3 Globally, racism, poverty, unemployment, and disenfranchisement substantially affect the mental health and wellbeing of Indigenous young people
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