Isolation of family units. Increased recognition of youth suicide, creating greater acceptability of it as an option. Culture of violence in the media, which makes it difficult to talk problems through. Increased use of alcohol, drugs and medication. Another view is the standard of living and quality of life for young people in Western countries has improved.
Young people have more education, better physical health, more possessions and leisure.
So, they have fewer external sources to blame for their misery. This increases their psychological distress and may lead to suicide. It is suggested that the way to counter this is to involve adolescents in activities they find meaningful and fulfilling. Another Classification of Suicidal Causation Focuses on Motives Revenge-anger and hostility, combined with the desire to create guilt in significant others and the tendency of adolescents towards impulsivity. Isolation-socially isolated young persons who feel unable to fit in, that no one cares or will grieve if they are gone.