How many students commit suicide because of low ATAR?

[Stormbreaker-X]

Just curious here, not intending to do that. Is it really worth suicide over a low ATAR?

[Poet]

Just curious here, not intending to do that. Is it really worth suicide over a low ATAR?

I don't know how many times I have to say this:

Your ATAR is not the total sum of your worth. Your expectations of yourself are reflections of things you've seen and experienced - other people's expectations of you are not worth the anguish.

No matter how high your expectations of yourself - and no matter how low you're feeling - you are worthy of a life filled with joy and care. You are worthy of the people who support you, who love you. You are worthy of self love. You are worthy of support in the hardest times and in the easiest.

Suicide is never even something to be considered. And if you or someone you care about is feeling like it may be, please refer them to your local GP and mental health services (with their permission) or share the links below:

Mental Health Victoria Links
Mental Health NSW Links
Mental Health QLD Links

National Help Lines

This thread will be closed due to it's sensitive nature.

[PhoenixxFire]

Hey,
We've had this thread before and it's really not a productive thing to speculate on.
Major life stressors can exacerbate mental illness but there's absolutely no point attempting to guess at numbers. Suicide is rarely the result of a single stressor.

I'm going to lock this thread. If you're feeling suicidal and need help there are various ways to get support.
Lifeline - 13 11 14
Beyond blue - 1300 22 4636
Kids helpline - 1800 55 1800
CATT
Your GP
If you feel unsafe you can always contact 000 or go to a hospital