Suicide

Suicide

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  Suicide
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  Suicide isa PERMANENT solution for a TEMPORARY problem.
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  Suicide Myths
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  Myth Teenagers who talk about attempting suicide are doing it for attention. Truth They are doing it for attention and they NEED the attention. There is something going on that's causing them to feel this way. They need people to listen, and professionals to help them.
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  Myth All teenagerswho are suicidal are depressed. Truth This statement is true, but the reverse is not true, most people will experience times in their lives when they are depressed, but have no suicidal ideation.
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  Myth Suicidal peoplereally want to die, so there's no way to stop them. Truth Suicidal people are depressed and they need help. With help, they can feel better and find other solutions.
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  Myth Talking about suicide will cause a student to attempt suicide. Truth It's just the opposite: not talking about it could escalate the problem. Even thinking about it makes the suicidal person feel worse. Talking will help bring understanding. Talking about it can relieve suicidal students and get them the help that's needed. Discussing the subject openly shows that you take the person seriously and that you care.
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  Myth If aperson really wants to kill himself or herself, no one has the right to stop him or her. Truth This statement is completely false. We would help a person who was physically sick or injured; we need to help a person who is mentally ill.
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  Myth Once aperson is suicidal, they're suicidal forever. Truth Teens who are suicidal can go on to lead useful lives , once they get help. Usually the suicidal feelings are for a limited period of time.
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  Myth Improvement followinga suicidal crisis means that the suicide risk is over. Truth Most suicides occur within 3 months following the beginning of "improvement", when the teen has the energy to put their morbid thoughts and feelings into effect. Relatives and physicians should be especially vigilant during this period.
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  Facts Most suicidesare planned. They are not just impulsive events. Teenage suicide is preventable. When a person is depressed, they are NOT thinking, feeling, or acting the way they normally do. They need help! Suicide is the 3 rd leading cause of death among people aged 15-24 . These numbers have TRIPLED in recent years. Every day in the U.S., approximately 14 young people between the ages of 15-24 die at their own hands. That's one suicide every 1 hour and 40 minutes.
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  Students at aHigher Risk Teenagers who have attempted suicide previously , especially if problems and other recurring concerns were not completely resolved Teenagers with low self-esteem Teenagers in trouble with the law Teenagers who are suffering from depression Teenagers who have been abused, molested, or neglected Teenagers who abuse drugs and/or alcohol Teenagers who are perfectionists Teenagers who are struggling with sexual orientation (gays and lesbians) Teenagers who are in dysfunctional families Teenagers who fail in school-potential dropouts
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  Warning Signs Arecent suicide in the family or friend. Trouble coping with recent losses, death, divorce, moving, break-ups, etc. Experience with a traumatic event (feelings of hopelessness and despair). Making final arrangements: writing a will or eulogy, or taking care of details (i.e. closing a bank account). Gathering of lethal weapons (purchasing weapons, collecting pills, etc.). Giving away prized possessions (clothes, CD's, sports equipment, treasured jewelry, etc). Preoccupation with death, such as death and/or 'dark' themes in writing, art, music lyrics, etc. Sudden changes in personality or attitude, appearance, chemical use, or school behavior.
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  Verbal Warning Signs"I can't go on anymore" "I wish I was never born" "I wish I were dead" "I won't need this anymore" "My parents won't have to worry about me anymore" "Everyone would be better off if I was dead" "Life sucks. Nobody cares if I live or die"
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  Suicide isa PERMANENT solution for a TEMPORARY problem.
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  What? Suicide isthe 3 rd leading cause of death among teenagers. Most suicides are planned and ALL are preventable.
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  So What? Teenagesuicide is preventable. There are risks and warning signs that help to identify suicidal individuals. They need help!
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  Now What? Recognizethe warning signs of suicide and get suicidal individuals the help that they need. Realize that everybody has difficult days and that suicide is NOT the answer . Suicide is a PERMANENT solution for a TEMPORARY problem.
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  Sources http://www.pbs.org/inthemix/educators/lessons/depression2/index.html “Promoting Health & Emotional Well Being in your Classroom: 5th Edition” – Randy M. & Tana S. Page