Specifically, it's percent of adults who have attempted, not completed. I don't think anyone in this thread is suggesting it's the latter, but that was my first thought when I saw the statistic so I thonk it's an important thing to note.

[–] aMockTie@beehaw.org 2 points 4 months ago

Thank you, I agree that it's an important distinction to make. Having only been able to read the abstract of the linked article, do you perhaps have any information on the number of completed attempts compared to unsuccessful attempts?

I hope it goes without saying that even a single attempt is too many, and any completed attempts are devastating tragedies that don't reflect kindly on our current society.

[–] aMockTie@beehaw.org 8 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Thank you, that is absolutely heart-wrenching.

[–] Coskii@lemmy.blahaj.zone 5 points 4 months ago (1 children)

It certainly is. I know my sister has tried multiple times at this point and that's with support of loved ones and friends. She is also fortunate to have always had access to her medication needs.

[–] aMockTie@beehaw.org 2 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

I sincerely hope that she has been trending in a positive direction. I'm glad to hear that her attempts have been unsuccessful, and that she has good love, support, and (hopefully helpful) medication in her life.

I imagine the knowledge of your sister struggling and suffering is hard on you too, and I wish the best for both of you.

[–] Coskii@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 4 months ago

After many years of suffering she's finally on a upward trend. Engaged and planning for the future for the first time in at least a decade.