09/03/2026
Some people don’t make it out of these environments. That’s why I talk about it.
In the UK the latest national figures from 2024 show 7,147 people died by su***de.
That’s around 19 people every day.
In Scotland, 704 people died.
Around two people every day.
Behind every number is a human being who at some point felt trapped, isolated, or pushed beyond what they could carry.
One of the things society still struggles to face is this: Some of that pressure exists inside families and relationships. Some people do eventually break free from those systems and heartbreakingly, some people don’t make it out.
If you’re struggling right now, please don’t carry it on your own. Support is available:
Samaritans (24/7) – 116 123
https://www.samaritans.org
Shout (24/7 text support) – Text SHOUT to 85258
https://giveusashout.org
Breathing Space (Scotland) – 0800 83 85 87
https://breathingspace.scot
NHS urgent mental health support – Call 111 and press 2
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health
You deserve support while you find your way out.