Suicide

• More than 70 000 people die due to suicide every year.

• For every suicide there are many more people who attempt suicide. A prior suicide attempt is an important is an important risk factor for suicide in the general population.

• Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-29 year olds.

• Seventy-seven per cent global suicides occur in low- and middle-income countries.

• Suicide does not just occur in high-income countries but is a global phenomenon in all regions of the world. In fact, over 77% of global suicides occurred in low- and middle-income countries in 2019.

• Women attempt suicide 3 times more than men succeed 4 times more than women.