New Delhi, July 26 -- Financial stress, caregiving duties and career demands are causing burnout among Singaporeans in their 30s. Experts warn that this 'sandwich generation' faces rising suicide rates.

In 2024, 75 people aged 30-39 died by suicide, up from 66 in 2023. This was the highest for any age group. Samaritans of Singapore say these adults encounter unique pressures. They have unstable jobs, family issues and mental health problems.

Dr Sharon Lu thinks suicide usually results from a combination of factors, not just depression.

"It is often assumed that depression is the cause of all suicides, but suicide is often due to the interaction of a myriad of factors and life circumstances," the South China Morning Post quoted Lu as sa...