Most can agree that attempting suicide is a failure on many levels: A failure by those closest to the person to recognize the signs, a failure by the person get the help they need, etc. You would think that at this point, the suicidal person’s life would be at the lowest it could be. But studies show that when people attempt suicide and fail, their income actually increases quite a bit.
The economists of suicide have not been a largely recognized group. Their studies haven’t interested many in high-ranking positions of the government. But maybe this information might help aid the process of funding suicide prevention through legislature. Economists have shown that someone who has attempted suicide and failed goes on to make more money. Their income increases by an average of 20.6 percent. The more serious the attempt on their life is, the larger the boost to their income is after the attempt in unsuccessful.
The reason for the sudden increase is because of the medical and psychiatric care that may have been unattainable previously, possibly due to high cost or health care coverage plans, is now available. It is forced on you. Beyond that, the suicidal person may now have the attention of their loved ones and is most likely receiving the nurturing they desired. Now, the healing can begin, and the person can become better and more well-rounded.
The purpose of this blog post is, of course, not to promote suicide. But to show that a failure can lead to success. If you are having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please reach out to someone close to you immediately to get help.