<p>In situations where suicide is involved, I feel like the tangible reason people give is just the tip of the iceberg. Most people could not go through with a suicide attempt unless they were in an incredibly distressed state of mind caused by a traumatizing event or extreme mental illness. </p>
<p>I think this is especially true when someone jumps off a building. A student at my school did that year and it was absolutely devastating and a huge shock to the community. Jumping off of a building is much different than purposely overdosing, it is not a cry for help, it is a sure way to end one’s life. </p>