Why am I awake? – Uniq Sistar

Poet Uniq Sistar has written a haunting poem about suicide.

Suicide is a leading cause of death, particularly in young people, both in England and worldwide. It is estimated that around 1 million people will die by suicide worldwide each year.

Attempted suicides are much more common than actual suicides. There are at least 140,000 attempted suicides each year in England and Wales.

If you have attempted suicide or are thinking about it then you should contact the Samaritans or Pieta House. They are trained to help you.

Suicide stats

Cases of suicide have been reported in people of all ages, including children, but suicide or attempted suicide are more common in certain age groups.

In men, suicide is more common in people who are 15-44 years of age, and particularly in men who are 15-24 years old. Men who are 45 years of age or over have a lower risk of committing suicide.

In women, suicide is more common between the ages of 45 and 74. Younger women between the ages of 15 and 24 are thought to have a low risk of suicide.