[He nods.] Recent statistics does show that murder rates go up by around 4.2% in December, but the idea that suicides are more common is actually a myth - they do rise dramatically in January, especially among men, and it's widely believed that this is out of consideration for family and friends. Committing suicide during the Holidays makes more of an impact, so to speak.
[A smile. There's no reason to deny that statement, it's practically written on him in neon lights.] Practice. It's difficult to survive if you can't connect with people.
[Sadly enough, this is a fairly recent discovery.]