I think she was so successful as an advice columnist because she kept up with the changing times (she realized that Viagra may be useful for some men), was courageous and not afraid to take controversial and unpopular views (like to accept and support gays), and was compassionate (she personally called some people on the verge of suicide rather than just responding to them in writing). (articles.chicagotribune.com)
A couple of years after my operation I found myself very depressed as well as on the verge of suicide. (thelingeriediet.com)
The Cat Lady follows Susan Ashworth, a lonely 40 - year old on the verge of suicide. (petesgrillandpizza.com)