Suicide among adolescents is an extremely complicated issue that has been studied for decades. Treating this tragedy in such a simplified way by blaming it on Covid is disrespectful and dishonest.
It’s complicated at any age, however after a decrease in suicides from 2018 and 2019, health professionals predict there will be an increase for not only suicides but other mental issues caused by the Covid-19 in 2020. The worst thing for depression is isolation, Covid-19 has spawned a drastic changes in our live. The fear that has stirred up, the masks, social distancing, these are major changes in our lives. This is added stress, stress can manifest itself in many ways. His parents seemed to believe that Covid-19 play a significant role in their sons suicide.
Not saying that isn’t a possibility, but the precautions taking related to Covid has also saved many lives.