The researchers say the reported rates of major depression are probably conservative and that the problem is likely greater.

VOA: standard.2010.05.25

Other major causes were stroke, loss of use of arms or legs,arthritis, depression,eyesight problems and gastrointestinal problems.

VOA: special.2009.12.28

"For instance,we know that mental illness disorders like depression or alcohol use disorders play a major role in European countries, for instance" "But,we have to also look at Asian countries where impulsiveness plays a much more important role, which is that suicide can happen on the spur of the moment."

VOA: standard.2009.09.10