Women are more likely to attempt suicide; however men are more likely to complete a suicide attempt. Individuals who are currently being treated, or have been treated in the past, for a mental illness may be more likely to attempt suicide; however individuals who have never received any of these services may attempt suicide as well. Risk factors exist for age, sex, race, geographical region, mental health, life stressors, and many others variables, but the bottom line is any person who feels overwhelmed and unable to cope may be at risk of suicide.