Since we have also been taught the myths of suicide, and we are not immune to social pressure, and, like anyone else, we fear death, we often acquiesce in this process. ... In the face of all this pressure, it is hard for us acknowledge that our lives are in danger. ... Major depression is manifested by a combination of symptoms (see symptom list) that interfere with the ability to work, study, sleep, eat, and enjoy once pleasurable activities. ... The significance of the last two points is emphasized by findings that alcoholic suicide attempters who used highly lethal methods scored relative...

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