It is much better to mow when the grass is dry because when it is wet it just gums up the blade and accumulates under the deck of the mower, decreasing the effectiveness. Sometime try this experiment: mow part of your yard when it is dry, then using a good sprinkler water the next section well for 30-45 minutes.
Two Types of Suicide Risk Factors. This article discusses two kinds of risk factors for suicide attempts: distal risk factors and proximal risk factors. Distal risk factors are background events and issues that increase a personâs risk for attempting suicide.
The suicide rate in non-Hispanic white men age 85 or older is 4 times as high as the national average. The suicide rate is also nearly 30% higher in people ages 65 or older. Ethnically, Alaska Natives and Native Americans have the highest suicide rates. If you think someone is suicidal, the National Institute of Mental Health recommends not to leave him or her alone. Try to get the person to seek immediate help from his or her doctor or the nearest hospital emergency room, or call 911.