"I don't get why only men are making this decision though." I think it's how society treats them. I would think most other cultures have lower rates based on h

"I don't get why only men are making this decision though." I think it's how society treats them. I would think most other cultures have lower rates based on how men are viewed and treated in other societies. At least in my view, men are expected to be strong, successful, etc. They are seen as providers (look at how courts treat them). So when you aren't working, aren't strong anymore, etc, some people aren't going to see their worth in other areas. In general men are expected to be self supporting (look at charities and welfare) and to support others (alimony, child support, main provider for family), so what do you expect when they've been groomed this way and can't take care of themselves and become a burden to others?