Suicide & Suicidal Behavior
Hopeless, worthless, no other solution to life's problems - these are thoughts that lead to suicide. A suicidal person feels that there is no other answer to their problems. If anyone you know is talking about suicide, take it seriously. While fleeting thoughts are common, anyone with a suicide plan needs help. Don't ignore suicidal behavior. Encourage them to see a doctor - someone who can help them with their problems.
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- Q What should I do if I have thoughts of suicide?
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If you are in severe mental pain, and considering suicide, talk to someone. Your life is worthwhile, even if you do not think so at this moment. You have unbearable pain; try to share it with someone right now. Please do not do anything rash. You... Full Answer
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- Q Do baby boomers have a higher rate of suicide than previous generations?
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A pair of disturbing statistics highlighted health headlines in 2008. At the start of the year, information collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 1999 to 2005 exhibited a 20 percent rise in suicide rates for adults... Full Answer
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- Q How common is suicide among older adults?
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Older Americans are disproportionately likely to die by suicide. Consider the following: Although they comprise only 12 percent of the U.S. population, people age 65 and older accounted for 16 percent of suicide deaths in 2004 14.3 of every 100,000... Full Answer
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- Q How should I deal with a person who threatens suicide?
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Someone willing to speak about suicide has been thinking about it regularly. Take these comments seriously. Studies have shown that those that mention suicide often attempt or at least plan an attempt. Work up your courage and take the following... Full Answer
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- Q What should I do if a suicidal friend refuses help?
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As angry as it may make your friend and maybe even their family, when a friend won't get help and continues to talk about suicide, call 911. Explain what your friend has been saying. If the situation merits it, the dispatcher will send police to your... Full Answer
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- Q Can I talk someone out of attempting suicide?
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In general people want to live, and by using a caring approach to finding out what has brought the person to this situation and by learning how to approach a person who is considering suicide, the event may be averted in some cases. In persons with... Full Answer
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- Q Is it normal to have thoughts of suicide?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyHaving thoughts of suicide, unfortunately, is somewhat common, but it is not normal and is the brain’s warning signal to get help now! Suicide is the second leading cause of death for teenagers (car accidents being first). If you are having... Full Answer
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- Q What are ways to reduce access to methods of suicide?
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Research from a number of countries suggests that reducing access to particular methods of suicide leads to reduced suicides by that method, and, in some cases, to reductions in the overall suicide rate. Research findings span a range of means in... Full Answer
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- Q How is self-embedding different from cutting?
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Dr. Deborah Serani, PsychologySelf-embedding is different than cutting and other self-injury behaviors because those identified with Self-Embedding Disorder often have suicidal thoughts. Most who cut are usually non-suicidal. With cutting, the goal is to inflict physical harm... Full Answer
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- Q Why should I take my loved one's suicide attempt seriously?
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Anyone who attempts suicide is seriously thinking of ending their life. Take any attempt seriously and talk to the person about it. There is also the possibility that this is a cry for help, so that your care and attention and willingness to talk... Full Answer
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