By definition, suicide is the act of injuring oneself with the intention of causing death. Oftentimes, this stems from a number of factors, including unresolved personal struggles and societal and environmental conditions. It can also be a reaction to other mental health symptoms.
A suicide attempt is an attempt to end one’s life that results in survival. Meanwhile, suicide that ends in death is a completed suicide. Individuals who died from a completed suicide may or may not have attempted suicide in the past.
Some commonly used methods for suicide are poisoning, hanging, or firearms.
Prevalence of Suicide in the Philippines
In the Philippines, mental health is not yet considered a top national concern. But in recent years, both public and private organization have started to raise awareness about mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
According to data from the Department of Health (DOH), intentional self-harm is one of the leading causes of death in Filipinos ages 20-24. Meanwhile, a 2011 study showed that 16 percent of students ages 13 -15 years old have contemplated taking their own life. Likewise, 13 percent have already attempted suicide.
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