Suicide is a preventable public health problem and occurs in all ages according to World health organisation and International association of Suicide prevention. Use of pesticides and other poisonous materials is the most frequent form of suicide. Treatment of mental health problems is another major factor in preventing suicides.

Suicide Statistics:

According to WHO, 3,000 people commit suicide every day in the world, one person every 30 seconds. For every 1 person that succeeds in their suicide attempt, there are at least 20 persons who fail in their attempts. Global suicide rate was up 60% over the last 50 years. Developed countries are reporting steep rise in mental health problems.

Reported suicide is among the 3 leading causes of deaths in the 15-34 age group persons across the world. Outside Asia, 3-4 men died by suicide to each women who killed herself. Compared to men, women consult psychologists more often for their mental health problems.

Most suicide victims are found in the above 60 age group. But, old age persons respond better to preventive measures than all other age groups. Suicide rates are low in elderly people especially in developing countries.

Compared to developed countries, people of the developing world rarely consult doctors for the treatment of mental health disorders. These people have less awareness on mental health problems compared to physical health problems.

Suicide is a health problem influenced by psycho-social, cultural and environmental risk factors. But it is the major preventable public health problem. Social and family help and psychologist intervention will help in preventing most of suicidal deaths.

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