Reasons People Take Their Own Lives II Why People end their lives?

Reasons People Take Their Own Lives

There are many factors that can lead someone to take their own life, from social stigma to the inability to express their feelings to others. It wouldn't be out of the ordinary for someone to feel burdened by societal stigmas in a place like India where there are so many of them. Sometimes, these stigmas and preconceptions make people's life so terrible that the only option besides enduring them is to give up and commit suicide. Surprisingly, people worldwide have been harmed by these societal stigmas, which are not exclusive to India. More than 700,000 people worldwide commit suicide each year, and many more try it, according to figures from the WHO. Because of this, suicide is increasingly recognized as a global health concern. More than 100,000 individuals die by suicide each year in India alone.

The reason why so many people are drawn to suicide is the question at hand. What steps are we taking to lower these figures? Let's look for possible solutions to these issues.

What triggers suicidal inclinations?

An individual's suicidal behavior or tendencies may be brought on by a single event or a string of connected ones over time. When the trauma caused by these experiences cannot be released, a person may start to consider suicide as a potential solution to their hopeless circumstances.

Even while statistics indicate that adolescents and people from low- and middle-income backgrounds are more likely to commit suicide, it cannot be assumed that the causes of suicidal ideation are solely related to adolescence and economic issues. A person may also attempt or actually commit suicide for a variety of additional reasons, some of which are given below:

mental illness issues
bullying or prejudice, such as racism and gender-based prejudice
many forms of maltreatment, such as domestic, sexual, or physical maltreatment
loss of a loved one to suicide, the dissolution of a relationship, chronic physical suffering or disease, or adjusting to a major shift like retirement or redundancy.
money issues
housing issues, such as homelessness, loneliness, or solitude
being imprisoned and feeling inadequate or unsuccessful
Substance misuse or addiction
birth, pregnancy, or postpartum depression
uncertainty about your gender or sexual orientation
Other forms of trauma, such as societal pressure, such as forced marriage
Nobody can pinpoint a specific cause for the suffering of someone who has killed themselves or is considering doing so, despite the existence of these factors.

Who is in danger?

People in high-income countries typically commit suicide owing to mental problems, according to some of the studies done over the years.

Although there is no correlation between suicide rates and socioeconomic position, age, or gender, the WHO data suggests that people aged 15 to 19 are more likely to attempt suicide than people in other age groups.

Additionally, there is a strong correlation between suicidal behavior and individuals who have experienced any kind of conflict, tragedy, violence, abuse, or loss as well as a sense of solitude. Another disturbing report asserts that men and members of the LGBTQAI+ group are more likely to commit suicide as a result of societal pressures, stigmas, and prejudice.

How has India performed in this regard?

In India, 1,53,052 suicides were reported in 2020, a 10.0% rise over 2019, with Maharashtra reporting the majority of suicides (19,909). According to research conducted during the Covid pandemic, "Family Problems" and "Illness" accounted for 33.6% and 18.0% of all suicides, respectively, in 2020.

In line with the global trend of men being more prone to suicide and suicidal thoughts, the male-to-female suicide ratio in the nation in 2020 was 70.9 to 29.1. The female victims typically suffered from impotence/infertility and "Marriage Related Issues," particularly "Dowry Related Issues." The most vulnerable age groups have been identified as those between 30 and 45 years of age and those between the ages of 18 and 30.

How can it be avoided?

Frequently, we decide it is best to leave anxious people alone when we encounter them. Usually, we hesitate to ask them just one straightforward question: Is there anything bothering you? We are unable to comprehend the influence this query possesses, the capacity to save a person's life.

Ask the person what's bothering them if you come across someone who has indicated a desire to terminate their life or who you believe has at least considered how to do it. Give them the impression that you are there to listen to them and that they are not alone. Encourage them to consult a mental health expert for professional assistance.

When we come across someone who is at risk of suicide, there are a few things we can do, according to the American Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Keep reading.

Do you have any thoughts of committing suicide? (Research demonstrates that this is really useful.)

Keep them protected. Limit access to dangerous objects or locations.

Join them there. Pay close attention while you listen and acknowledge your feelings.

Aid their communication. Call any stress hotline for assistance.

Maintain contact. After a crisis, follow up and keep in touch.

Family and friends play a very important part in this situation. By supporting the person who is contemplating suicide or making an attempt at it, they can help to make things easier. The most crucial thing in this situation is to realize that such a person should never be left alone. Don't be afraid to seek out professional assistance if the injured person finds that your support as a family or a friend is insufficient.

Conclusion

Every suicide has a profound effect on families, friends, neighbors, towns, nations, and the entire world. When someone we love or have known well or distantly passes away, we are left with a lot of questions, the most crucial of which is, "Where did we go wrong?" Why were we unable to recognize the warning signs given that we were friends, family, and a community?

We should therefore be more prompt and sympathetic to those around us as a society. You never know what someone else is dealing with.

Let's make a commitment to be kinder and more compassionate toward others on this World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10, 2022) and to periodically check in on our friends and family. All I know is that, frequently, just one discussion can save someone from taking their own life.

Reasons People Take Their Own Lives

What triggers suicidal inclinations?

Who is in danger?

How has India performed in this regard?

How can it be avoided?

Conclusion

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Reasons People Take Their Own Lives II Why People end their lives?

What triggers suicidal inclinations?

Who is in danger?

How has India performed in this regard?

How can it be avoided?

Conclusion

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