A top US Army commander says suicide is having an impact on every segment of the Army at a time when its force is 'tired and stretched' by war. Last year, the Army had 140 suicides among active-duty troops, an all-time high. It reported 24 suspected suicides in January, followed by 18 suspected last month.
In prepared testimony on Wednesday before a Senate subcommittee, Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen Peter Chiarelli says troops have been taking their own lives from all ranks. Gen Chiarelli says relationship problems appear to be factor in a majority of the suicides, but he adds that the stress of a deployment can worsen other problems in a soldier's life. For me, i agree with them.
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I also agree with General Chiaralli.
It is quite difficult for people to adjust into another country.
You may get home sick and if you have relationship problem, you may comtemplate suicide.
If you develope strong character, you may also be able to think positive and not suicide.
Anyway, relationship issue is always very challenging.
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