10 Biggest Causes of Suicide in America: Poverty, Bullying, Mental Illness

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9. Domestic Violence or Rape

According to the Criminal Justice website, one-quarter of female suicides is actually caused by domestic violence, and if you take into consideration that one in three women are victims of it, you will realize how serious the situation is. The rape is also often the cause of suicide, especially in the traditional surroundings, and around 17% of American women are victims of that horrible act.

10 Biggest Causes of Suicide in America: Poverty, Bullying, Mental Illness

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