Over 800 000 individuals tragically lose their lives to suicide every year.

Every 40 seconds, a person’s decision to take their own life leaves a deep and lasting impact on their loved ones.

 Depression is a serious medical illness that can significantly increase the risk of suicide.

Suicide was the 4th leading cause of death among 15 – 29 year olds in 2019.

 Suicide often remains a silent struggle, as those who die by suicide do not always display obvious signs of distress.

Men are three times more likely to die from suicide than women.

 In South Africa, everyday 23 people lose their lives to suicide, with an additional 230 attempts reported.

Suicide accounts for 9% of all teenage deaths in South Africa, with numbers steadily rising each year.

South Africa ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest suicide rates globally.

A person considering suicide is going through overwelming pain and believes that there is no other solution to their suffering.

 Suicide may seem like the only way to find relief from the unbearable agony that they are experiencing.

Suicidal thoughts do not develop suddenly and are usually caused by a combination of factors. It is important to understand that someone experiencing suicidal thoughts may not actually want to die, but feel overwhelmed by their circumstances and believe they are a burden to others. It is crucial to offer support and understanding to those struggling with these thoughts.