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Suicide on the Rise – What We Do by Lisa Firestone, Ph.D.

…attention. We should take their communications seriously. Frequently, the suicidal person will talk about wanting to kill him or herself or allude to “not being around any more,” yet when someone shows concern, he or she may quickly deny that he or she is in distress. This back-and-forth behavior speaks to the ambivalence in suicidal people; a part of them wants to die, but the other part wants to live. What can we do to help someone who is in th…

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Addressing Suicide Risk in Trying Times

…we should spread the truthful message that no matter what contributed to a person’s suicidal thoughts and feelings, help and hope is available. There are countless hope stories of people who were suicidal who have persevered and gone on to lead meaningful lives that they are happy to still have. Most often, these individuals report that it was friends or family they turned to who provided the support they needed that made the difference for them….

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Saving Lives From Suicide

…re empowered in the fight to stop suicide. The steps include: Learning the warning signs to spot in someone who may be suicidal. Joining the movement by signing up to “Take 5” and sharing their message on social media. Spreading the word by telling five people about World Suicide Prevention Day. Offering support by learning what to do if you encounter a person in trouble. Reaching out if you or a friend needs help. Learn who you can talk to and wh…

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The Inner Voice in Self-Destructive Behavior and Suicide

…ce in Self-Destructive Behavior and Suicide There are certain recognizable signs of suicidal risk or intent that can be identified in suicidal ideation, i.e., destructive thoughts toward oneself and/or others. When my colleagues and I interviewed depressed and/or suicidal individuals, we discovered that they were able to identify these harmful ways of thinking about themselves and easily related to the concept of the voice. Similarly, in his inter…

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Coping Suggestions for the Suicidal Person

…tion Advice Page Related Articles: The Do’s and Don’ts of Suicide Prevention Helper Tasks – How You Can Help Someone Who’s Suicidal Suicide: The Warning Signs Suicide: How You Can Help Someone at Risk Busting the Myths About Suicide…

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Preventing Interpersonal Violence in Relationships

…ake seriously. In general, the appearance of unequal power and control are warning signs of relationship abuse. Abusers want compliance and secrecy and work to get and keep them through intimidation and fear. Awareness is the key to self-preservation and the ability to help others avoid or escape relationship violence. Signs a Teen’s Partner May Be at Risk of Becoming Abusive Here are signs that a teenage partner may have tendencies toward abuse,…

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Suicide and depression

Suicide: The Warning Signs

…voice. In an effort to increase awareness, I’ve highlighted the following warning signs and examples of the accompanying inner voices: Disrupted sleep. Often people who commit suicide have not slept for weeks at a time. Isolation. The person will start pushing away her friends, wanting to be alone. If the person is pulling away from you, don’t just take it as a personal rejection. Look for evidence of her connections to other people-is she pullin…

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Teen Suicide Prevention: Teachers and Educators

…s Suicide Prevention Advice The Glendon Association “Save a Life” Brochure Dr. Lisa Firestone’s “The Warning Signs of Suicide” &“Suicide: How You Can Help Someone at Risk” TeenSuicide.us – “Teen Suicide Warning Signs” &”Teenage Suicide Prevention” HealthyPlace.com “Suicide and Teenagers” &”Teen Depression: What Parents Need to Know” “Teens Under Pressure” Dr.Phil recently aired a show on teen suicide prevention in which PsychAlive’s Dr. Lisa Fires…

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The Anti-Self Vs. The True Self

…t of suicide we fail to learn to recognize the warning signs and learn the helper tasks that can save a life. By educating ourselves in the dos and don’ts of suicide prevention, we equip ourselves with the tools to help someone we may encounter who is in need, be it a co-worker, friend, relative, neighbor or acquaintance. The most important “don’t” is never ignore someone you’re worried may be suicidal. Never assume they are just joking or seeking…

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Military Suicide: A New Battle to Save Lives Must Begin by Dr. Lisa Firestone

…ith their families and their communities. As this occurs, we must look for warning signs of suicide and learn how we can help someone at risk. The most essential thing to communicate to soldiers who are suffering is that no matter how unbearable their pain may feel, treatment is available, and, in spite of whatever guilt, trauma or shame they carry with them, they can feel better. Note: The Veterans Administration has implemented a help line (1-80…

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