Suicide is the taking of

one's own life. It is a death

that happens when
someone harms
themselves because they
want to end their life.
Suicidal thoughts, or suicide
ideation, refers to thinking about
or planning suicide. Thoughts can
range from creating a detailed plan
to having a fleeting consideration.
It does not include the final act of
suicide.
 Facts about suicide
• Close to 800 000 people die due to suicide every year.
• For every suicide there are many more people who
attempt suicide every year. A prior suicide attempt is the
single most important risk factor for suicide in the general
population.
• Suicide is the third leading cause of death in 15-19-year-
olds.
• 79% of global suicides occur in low- and middle-income
countries.
• Ingestion of pesticide, hanging and firearms are among
the most common methods of suicide globally.