Why Are More than One in Ten Americans at Risk for Suicide?

Posted By Dr. Mercola | February 15 2012

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• In the past year, 8.7 million Americans contemplated suicide, about 2.5 million made plans to carry out the suicide, and 1.1 million attempted suicide
   
• Intentional self-harm, or suicide, is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States
   
• The primary risk factor for suicide is the existence of another mental condition, such as depression, often in combination with substance abuse. It’s estimated that more than 90 percent of those who end up taking their own lives fit in to this category
   
• While depression can lead to suicide if left untreated, antidepressant drugs are often ineffective and may increase suicidal behaviors, especially among children
   
• Interpersonal conflicts are often a core problem behind suicidal behaviors and depression, and may be resolved using a combination of lifestyle factors

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Right now might be a good time to point out that the #1 cause of death in America is "medical errors". Which is the cure for the #10 cause of death.