SUICIDE FROM UNTREATED DEPRESSION

There is a high risk of suicide from depression. Under-treated or untreated depression is the worst outcome. You should take anyone who expresses suicidal thoughts or intentions very seriously. Call your local suicide hotline immediately. DO NOT HESITATE! Call 800-SUICIDE(800-784-2433) or 800-273-TALK(800-273-8255) According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than 90% of people who die from suicide have depression and other mental disorders, or a substance abuse disorder. 75% of suicides are committed by men. Twice as many women attempt it. WebMD