[r9etb]

I can’t say - but, living in Alaska, especially in the winter months, and suffering from depression seem to go hand-in-hand for many people.

True..... and there's apparently a genetic component for certain types of depression, which would almost certainly be exacerbated by the months-long Alaskan winter night.

[SoldierDad]

The fact that a close family relative (parent in this case) also committed suicide did place him at even greater risk. It’s a shame someone didn’t pay closer attention to the signs.