4.3. Anger
Anger towards a partner was expressed throughout a two-page
suicide note where a relationship dispute was the main trigger for
the suicide act.
5. Free will in the decision to commit suicide
Fifteen people indicated that it was his/her own decision to
commit suicide. They wanted to convey their determination and
having their choice respected and honoured.
“It is my decision only to overdose.”;
“I have done this on my own accord.”
A sense of autonomy and control over one’s life and existence
was also conveyed in some notes.
“I am taking the easy way out whilst I am still able to do so.”;
“I choose to go now.”;
“This final decision has been mine alone – no one has helped me.”