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Suicide ~ Introduction

Suicide Prevention

Suicide is a state of mind that drives people to take their own lives, because something inside of them would not stop hurting. Many people that committed suicide didn’t seek enough attention.  In this case, if someone is giving an impression or signs of committing suicide, immediately call 911.  Saving someone’s life is more important than anything else.

What causes suicide?

There are many areas such as depression, alcoholism and mental disorders like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder that may cause suicide, but of these disorders depression is the most important one.  Depression is a major part in committing suicide.

Warning signs of suicide

• Talking about suicide
  
  
• Always thinking and talking about death’
  
  
• Making comments about being hopeless, helpless, or worthless
  
  
• Statements like “ It would be better if I wasn’t here” or “I want out”
  
  
• Depression that gets worse
  
  
• Tempting a death wish like driving fast or jumping across railroad track
  
  
• Losing interest in things one used to care about
  
  
• Calling people to say “goodbye”

What to do

If you know some one that appears to be depressed and thinking about committing suicide, take them seriously.  First, listen to what they have to say and then ask him or her what they are planning, but don’t try to argue them out of committing suicide, just let the person know that you care and understand.  Avoid statements like “You have so much to live for”, then SEEK HELP.   After that encourage the person to find help of a mental health professional, because the person may think they can’t be helped, so you will most likely be attending with them.

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