Discussion hanging is the ultimate method .

[darknessisfine8]

hanging is ( i guess ) the most popular suicide method through the history .

its super easy ( compared to other methods )

almost no pain . and you simply feel less than 20s .

and so high in rates . partial is great if done right .

and full suspension is almost garanteed if you have anchor point . good ligature and nobody finds you .


my question is .

why would anyone do other methods when all you really need is rope ??

 

[hell toupee]

I initially was interested in partial as my method, but after reading extensive anecdotal reports on here, I came away feeling like partial requires a lot of variables be just right for it to work. Especially when unconscious involuntary movements start to set in. There is a very high probability that those involuntary movements disrupt the pressure on the carotids and you wake back up.

So after reading a Japanese suicidal manual that was posted here a few months ago, the author comes away with the same conclusion as you do. That full suspension is the way to go. Furthermore, it seems like pressure needs to be applied quickly to properly occlude the carotid arteries, and full suspension gives you that. While I understand the desire to kind of dip your toes in the water and slowly ease in to a partial hanging, it seems that a lot of people are unsuccessful in losing consciousness because of slowly applying pressure.

To answer your question though, I think that more people don't use full suspension because it seems there are a minority of people who use full suspension and don't lose consciousness right away. That means hanging there and choking to death, which doesn't sound fun. It takes a certain amount of courage to kick over the stool so to speak.

But you're right, hanging is simple and very lethal unless you have equipment failure or someone finds you in time.

 

[whybother2002]

This method is very lethal and quick (quick from your perspective
anyway, as you black out within seconds), but if you're found in time
and 'saved' you can end up with serious brain damage and/or be left a
vegetable.

 

[itsgone2]

why would anyone do other methods when all you really need is rope ??

You need a lot more than rope and anchor point. You need the courage to step forward. It may not be as effective but way easier to swallow a bunch of pills.

 

[Ch4in3dcr0w]

As much as i agree that hanging is the most researched method and truly the simplest, people choose their method on what they feel comfortable with.

SN without being found out is nearly 100% lethal where in hanging (partial being the more risky one) there are more factors to consider. Hanging for alot of people seem too "violent" compered to the peaceful look of SN or other methods. Its the same case as in firearm method where its nearly guaranteed to kill you, for most people blowing your head out is too violent.

 

[Terrible_Life_99]

hanging is ( i guess ) the most popular suicide method through the history .

its super easy ( compared to other methods )

almost no pain . and you simply feel less than 20s .

and so high in rates . partial is great if done right .

and full suspension is almost garanteed if you have anchor point . good ligature and nobody finds you .


my question is .

why would anyone do other methods when all you really need is rope ??

I think for many the main issues are: finding a strong anchor point and having the possibility to be alone for at least 30 minutes.

You need a lot more than rope and anchor point. You need the courage to step forward. It may not be as effective but way easier to swallow a bunch of pills.

Yes you're right this part is terrifying and difficult. I guess thats the reason why some here on sasu asked if its okay to take benzos or other things to sedate oneself before the hanging.

 

[monkeysee2]

almost no pain . and you simply feel less than 20s

This is debatable.