Sri Lanka, April 3 -- At least five known incidents of youth deaths by suicide happened in Sri Lanka during the first three months of 2025.

At least five known incidents of youth deaths by suicide happened in Sri Lanka during the first three months of 2025. While the situations varied, each incident took away a young life which could have been prevented if proper interventions had been sought. In a recent incident, the young victim had posted a status on social media prior to taking his own life. The post, which is widely being shared on social media with users continuing to comment on the loss of an innocent life, indicates the level of stress that the individual had to endure during his short lifespan.

According to the College of Commu...