The U.K. saw a drastic rise in suicide rates in 2011, reaching an all time high since 2004, according to the Office for National Statistics. This increase is thought to correlate with times of financial hardship faced by many U.K. citizens.
There were 6,045 suicides in 2011, a rise of 437 from the previous year. In particular, the number of male suicides increased significantly to a rate of 18.2 per 100,000 (a maximum in 10 years).
The suicide rate was highest among men in their late 30s and early 40s. Suicide is currently the second biggest killer among young men globally.
The U.K. government has announced an increase in spending on suicide prevention strategies to provide higher levels of support to families prone to mental health problems. Specifically, the goal is to provide better support for those most at risk and provide information for those affected by a loved one’s suicide.
Source: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/255234.php
