Gender and age have complex relations to suicide rates. Women attempt suicide more often than men. Men are more likely to actually kill themselves. Suicide rates have tripled among adolescents and young adults. Serious physical illness can increase the risk of suicide.
Suicide rates are highest for people with mood disorders.
List four myths about suicidal behavior. People who talk about suicide don't actually commit suicide. Suicide usually takes place with little or no warning. People who attempt suicide are fully intent on dying. People who are suicidal remain so forever.