Suicide has become a serious public health concern. According to the trends data: 1. The rates of suicide have outnumbered homicide rates in the last several decades. 2. Many people who commit suicide...

Suicide has become a serious public health concern. According to the trends data:

1. The rates of suicide have outnumbered homicide rates in the last several decades.

2. Many people who commit suicide have not had any recent contact with a health care provider.

3. Symptoms of suicide intent can be easily recognizable.

4. The primary reason for suicide ideation is the presence of a chronic disease.