FAQ

Are suicides more frequent around the holidays?

Suicides are not more frequent during the holidays. Research has shown that the rates are the highest in April, and the summer months, June and July.

What is the biggest cause of suicide among college students?

Ninety-five percent are suffering from mental illness, usually depression. If depressed, substance abuse, anxiety, impulsivity, rage, hopelessness and desperation increase the risk.

Do people who talk about suicide just trying to get attention?

People who die by suicide usually talk about it first. They are in pain and are reaching out for help because they do not know what to do and have lost hope. Always take talk about suicide seriously.

Once someone has made up their mind to complete suicide, is there anything that can be done to stop them?

Suicide can be prevented. Most people who are suicidal do not want to die; they just want to stop their pain.