The number of male suicides in this age group rose from 55 per million of the population in 1970 to 100 per million of the population in 1990. It is always a mistake to look for one single cause, but it is probably a crisis of confidence among these young people. There are many, many more suicides in the 'undetermined deaths' category who are suicides, but aren't labelled because coroners are more reluctant to give a verdict of suicide. A crisis of confidence could arise for a variety of reasons, including psychiatric disorders, disturbed family or partner relationships, unemployment and involvement in crime, leading to contact with the judicial system. Choice of suicide method has changed from overdoses, to exhaust pipes to the current preferred option of hanging.
Women have a picture of themselves when they are dead.
They like to see themselves as beautiful in their sleep and take overdoses. Men don't mind it being done in a more violent way, it's a cultural thing. Men are more likely to use violent suicide methods. Dr Mike McClure, psychiatrist Health psychologist Dr Rory O'Connor believes the growing suicide rate reflects the urgent need for society to address the wider underlying issues. Suicidal behaviour is a manifestation of a problem with problem solving.