Men at higher risk of suicide: experts call for breaking the silence

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Iringa Regional Referral Hospital Medical Officer in Charge, Dr Alfred Mwakalebela, speaks to The Citizen on Saturday, September 6, 2025. During the discussion, he unveiled that it is difficult to cope with stress, which is a leading trigger of suicide. PHOTO|FRIDAY SIMBAYA

What you need to know:

  • Studies show men tend to resort to more lethal means, such as firearms, poisoning, or hanging, while women more often use less violent methods, making intervention and survival more likely