Overview

• Wolfgang Grupp is recovering in hospital after a suicide attempt prompted by age-related depression and has publicly expressed regret over his actions.
• The 83-year-old entrepreneur’s children are now leading Trigema, and he has urged employees, customers and community members to trust and support their stewardship.
• German health data show that adults over 65 account for 35 percent of suicides despite representing only 21 percent of the population.
• Experts warn that depression in older adults often manifests as physical complaints or cognitive concerns, leading to frequent underdiagnosis.
• Although antidepressants and psychotherapy can reduce recurrence risk by about 70 percent, uptake among seniors remains low, prompting demands for improved access and family involvement.