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Georgia governor attends youth suicide prevention conference

Georgia governor attends youth suicide prevention conference
Georgia governor attends youth suicide prevention conference
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ATLANTA, Ga. (WTXL) - State leaders are working to combat the issue of youth suicide.

Governor Nathan Deal attended a conference Friday in Atlanta about how those struggling can seek help.

State agencies and private organizations produced a public service announcement on suicide prevention. The psa they created features peer groups and lets the youth know they are not alone.

An alarming number of around 150 young suicide deaths have occurred in Georgia in the last 3 years.