Title: The Epidemiology of Suicide: Who is most likely to take their own life? | Officer
Headings: The Epidemiology of Suicide: Who is most likely to take their own life?
The Epidemiology of Suicide: Who is most likely to take their own life?
Suicide Facts: United States
Globally
The Demographics of Suicide
Who is most likely to commit suicide? Gender
Age
Race/Ethnicity
Marital Status
Geography
Professions and Occupations
5 Jobs with the Highest Suicide Rates
Economic Factor
Timing
Medical Conditions
Mental illness
Substance Abuse and Suicide
Experience Risks
Additional Suicide Risks
Methods of Suicide
Conclusion
Resources
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Content: Additionally, in 2012 more active-duty soldiers killed themselves than died in combat. Economic Factor
Extremes in wealth or poverty are associated with higher suicide rates. People with both the highest and lowest incomes are more likely to complete suicide than those with other income levels. Times of economic depressions have also been correlated to increased suicide rates. Unemployment or being in debt also increases an individual's feeling of despair and hopelessness, making them more susceptible to suicide. Timing
Most suicides occur in the spring; the highest month for suicide is May, followed by April. Statistically, there are more suicides on Monday over any other day of the week. This statistic may be skewed, as many people who commit suicide are not found until after the weekend, when they fail to report for work or school. Despite popular belief, suicide rates do not increase over the winter holidays, or on an individual's birthday.