Suicide is a world-wide avoidable public health problem.  Nearly 30,000 Americans will take their own lives this year.  Far more will make an try at taking their own lives.  

A suicide attempt is a clear sign that something is very wrong – a response to a situation viewed as overwhelming.  It’s an expression of extreme distress.  Immediate help is needed.

There are a few factors that can increase a person’s risk for suicide.  They include –