A recent study from Nationwide Children's Hospital reveals a concerning trend: Black children aged 5 to 12 have suicide rates approximately double that of their white peers, prompting a reevaluation of racial disparities in childhood suicide. This alarming finding highlights the complexities of mental health challenges affecting black youth, as suicide rates among 13 to 17-year-olds actually decrease compared to their white counterparts, underscoring the urgent need for targe