In many cases its a matter of perception and media exposure. Most counties are experiencing a significant crime drop to some of the lowest levels ever recorded. While you would not know that due to media (including social media) exposure of many crimes, the fact remains that much of the world is safer than ever, despite what many think. For example, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has recorded an 18% decline (worldwide) in intentional homicides between 2004 and 2012. And while it may be going up in some areas, the general trend toward all crimes (violent, property, homicide) in downward.

Very pertinent and worrying issue I must say. These drastic steps to end one's life must be checked immediately to value and utilise human life socially, economically and culturally.

At first the root causes are to be identified area and countrywise. As a whole the fast life and gradually increasing ease and luxury is taking a toll. From the very childhood, more and more expectations, lack of patience are making the 'would be' youth population vulnerable to end their life.

In addition, the grown up, aged and so called professional or successful people, at times, being fed up to cope up with life's speed and expectations choosing the final step.

Mass media impact, social networking and easy communication through digital world are making the situation even more grave.

Early detection of risk, care from near and dear ones and psychiatric counselling are pillars to combat this situation.

Individual and social perception is important

To avoid suicidal case people must be taught moral education, psychology, and yoga subjects.

To fight against the murder and rape epidemic, strict rules should be made by the government, so that nobody can dare it.

With best regards

Nice query@ Jude Nnaji