Leadership Multicultural Aff. Info Tech Serv. Web Tech Serv. After accidents and homicides, suicide is the third leading cause of death among young adults ages 15-24. It can be prevented.
Men are more likely to commit suicide than women.
They usually use violent means to end their own lives. Females, on the other hand, are more likely to attempt suicide. They usually use drugs or poison to try and end their lives. Because each individual is unique there is no single reason as to why a student commits suicide. However, there are several factors that may contribute to a student having suicidal thoughts.