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Suicide

Studies indicate that more than 90 percent of suicide victims have a diagnosable psychiatric illness. Suicide is the most common cause of death for people with schizophrenia. People with mood disorders are at a particularly high risk of suicide – both major depression and bipolar disorder account for 15 to 25 percent of all deaths by suicide in patients with severe mood disorders.

Youth are among the highest risk populations for suicide. In Canada, suicide accounts for 24 percent of all deaths among 15-24 year olds and 16 percent among 16-44 year olds. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Canadians between the ages of 10 and 24.

For sources, see Suicide Statistics.

Facts about Suicide

• Suicide Warning Signs
• Preventing Suicide
• Youth and Suicide
• Grief after Suicide
• Suicide Statistics
• An Overview of the Relationship between Suicide and Mental Illness
• Responsible Media Reporting Guidelines

See also Suicide Resources