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Yet, there is so much stigma, so many misconceptions and unhelpful attitudes around suicide. What if we likened it to cancer? Like cancer, suicide does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, or socioeconomic status. There is no stereotypical face of it and no one single path that leads to it. For some, it is a sudden, intense phenomenon that takes life rapidly and with little warning. For others, it is a war waged internally for years. And, like with cancer, what if we did not blame the sufferers, even if their actions seemingly contributed in part to the outcome, and instead understood that they, tragically, lost their battle? planning, looking to buy, steal, or borrow the tools to complete a suicide, such as a firearm or medication A significant minority of U.S. adolescents report being on social media constantly. In light of this reality, we discuss how to reduce harm and protect them from suicidal behavior. Suicide in children and teenagers can follow stressful life events. What a young person sees as serious and insurmountable may seem minor to an adult — such as problems in school or the loss of a friendship. In some cases, a child or teen may feel suicidal due to certain life circumstances that he or she may not want to talk about, such as: Many think of depression as a less serious mental health issue than something like schizophrenia. Yet, of all conditions, it is most often linked to suicide. There is hope.

Developing personality changes or being severely anxious or agitated, particularly when experiencing some of the warning signs listed above For those left behind after a suicide — people known as survivors of suicide — grief, anger, depression and guilt are common. Prevention Risk factors, protective factors, and warning signs. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. https://www.afsp.org/risk-factors-protective-factors-and-warning-signs. Accessed April 14, 2023. If you’ve had suicidal thoughts or feelings, don’t be ashamed and don’t keep it to yourself. While some people have suicidal thoughts without any intention of ever acting on them, it’s still important to take some action. The relationship between bullying and suicide: What we know and what it means for schools. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/suicide/index.html. Accessed Feb. 20, 2018.In addition to talk therapy and medication, suicide risk can sometimes be reduced by simply adopting certain healthy habits. These include: Few serial killers commit suicide and there's little research on them, but perhaps we should reconsider this oversight. Female 3: In fact, the best way to keep a teenager from killing herself is to ask, "Are you thinking about killing yourself?"

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) has a helpline (5 pm to midnight) and webchat for anyone who’s having a tough time and needs to talk. A healthcare provider may be able to determine whether someone is at high risk for suicide based on their symptoms, personal history, and family history. Talk therapy, also known as psychotherapy, is one possible treatment method for lowering your risk of attempting suicide. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of talk therapy that’s often used for people who are having thoughts of suicide.Work with your healthcare provider or therapist to learn about the possible triggers for your suicidal feelings. This will help you recognize the signs of danger early on and decide what steps to take ahead of time.

Know that it’s ok to ask someone about suicide. There’s a common misconception that asking someone if they have suicidal thoughts will implant the idea. That’s a myth. If someone is not suicidal, asking about it will NOT cause them to be. And, if they are, asking about it may just save their life. By asking and listening without judgment and without anger, you’ll let them know that the door is open to talk about it, that you are a safe place for them, and that you will help them take the first steps toward preventing it. It can be frightening when someone you care about shows suicidal signs. But it’s critical to take action if you’re in a position to help. Starting a conversation to try to help save a life is a risk worth taking. U.S. veterans or service members who are in crisis can call 988 and then press "1" for the Veterans Crisis Line. Or text 838255. Or chat online.New research finds widely prescribed drugs are much less effective than their published record suggests.

As a clinical psychologist, I probably think about suicide more often and in different ways than most. I’ve read the research. I’ve been trained to ask the hard questions. I am all too familiar with the frustrating gaps in our knowledge base: what causes it, who is at risk, how do we prevent it? I understand the stigma and misconceptions surrounding it, and I know, firsthand, the collateral damage that stems from it.

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The first step is to find out whether the person is in danger of acting on feelings about suicide. Be sensitive, but ask direct questions, such as: Female 2: Maybe you're afraid you'll make it worse if you ask. Like you'll put the idea in their head.

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