Which of the following statements regarding adolescent suicide is correct?
A) Among all ethnic groups, African American girls have the highest suicide rate.
B) Young people who attempt suicide tend to have histories of emotional illness.
C) Among all ethnic groups, white adolescents have the lowest suicide rate.
D) Suicide rates are low among homosexual and bisexual adolescents.

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Young people who attempt suicide often have histories of emotional illness, such as depression or anxiety, which can contribute to their vulnerability and increase their risk of attempting suicide. This is a well-documented factor in the literature on adolescent mental health and suicide risk.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Adolescent Suicide Is Correct