In light of the tragic suicide on Main Campus, The Temple News would like to remind its readers about the startling facts associated with suicide and the avenues of help that are available to those in need.

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, suicide is the second leading cause of death among college-aged students in the United States. An estimated 1,088 college students commit suicide each year.

On top of the tragic number of students that succumb to suicide each year, 9 percent of students admit to seriously thinking about suicide and 1.5 percent of students have attempted suicide.

Depression, along with other mental illnesses, are known to play a major role in suicide across the country.

Anyone in need of help should not hesitate to contact the vast array of resources at their disposal:

•Tuttleman Counseling Services is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The office accepts walk-in appointments and offers confidential meetings.

•Counselors can be reached at 215-204-7276.

•The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be contacted at 1-800-273-TALK.