Title: Suicidal tendencies: Definition, risk factors, and how to overcome
Headings: What does it mean to be at risk of suicide?
What does it mean to be at risk of suicide?
Is suicide hereditary?
Risk factors for suicide
Health-related factors
Environmental factors
Historical factors
Protective factors
Coping with stress and depression
Preventing suicide
When to see a doctor
Summary

Content: It likely involves an interaction among genetic factors, learned behaviors, and personal circumstances. That said, it is extremely important to note that if a person has a family member who dies by suicide, it absolutely does not mean that they will too. The data above are purely statistical, and mental health is a complex issue that reaches far beyond the limits of statistical data. Risk factors for suicide
Aside from a family history of suicide, there are many other potential risk factors that may lead to suicidal behavior. Suicide is strongly linked to depression. However, it is important to note that there is rarely one single cause of suicide. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, risk factors for suicide may include: Health-related factors
A variety of health conditions can increase a person’s risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior. These include: mental health conditions
aggressive behavior, mood swings, and difficulty maintaining relationships
anxiety disorders
bipolar disorder
contact disorder
depression
problems with substance use
schizophrenia
severe physical health conditions, such as pain
traumatic brain injury
Environmental factors
External influences that can affect a person’s risk of suicide include: