How was he attempting to starngle himself? It's impossible for someone to strangle themself (to death) with their hands since they will pass out and let go of their throat before they die...
He was dressed up that day for some reason and ws wearing a tie. He untied the tie and tied it do a closet door knob and around his neck. Then he just leaned forward.
I spank my children and already my son has gotten some soap in his mouth for uttering some profanity. Now would hot sauce be a good punishment for them? Nah, they eat it on their eggs!
My sister actually used Tabasco sauce as an alternative to spanking, and it worked well for her, at least until the kids started growing up and learning to like it.
Not to sound callous, but I seriously doubt your friend had the capacity to think he was committing suicide. I think your friend was just an idiot.
OK, I think your classmate was just an idiot. How often did he try to "commit suicide" by eating paste?