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5 Things We Can All Do to Help Stop Suicide

…are, ask more questions, and intervene more quickly when someone needs our help. Warning Signs for Suicide Can Include: Disturbed sleep patterns Anxiety, agitation Pulling away from friends and family Past attempts Extremely self-hating thoughts Feeling like they don’t belong Hopelessness Rage and irritability Feeling trapped Increased use of alcohol or drugs Feeling that they are a burden to others Loss of interest in favorite activities—“nothing…

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The Reason Why Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Gets it Right on Suicide Prevention (and ’13 Reasons Why’ is Harmfully Misguided)

…with depression or suicidality, and that’s because of the Papageno Effect. Dr. Lisa Firestone, Director of Research & Education for The Glendon Association, says the Papageno Effect is a strategy that helps people build hope. It’s named after the character Papageno in Mozart’s Opera, The Magic Flute, who is suicidal over a lost love until his three friends remind him that there are many other reasons to live. He chooses life and finds love again….

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How You Can Help Prevent a Suicide

…r someone you know may be suicidal call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 1-800-273-8255. If you’ve lost someone, there are survivor resources to help you cope. Join Dr. Firestone on September 10 for the free one-hour Webinar “Understanding and Preventing Suicide,” an online presentation….

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All Hands on Deck: How We Can Help Someone Who’s Suicidal

…e world. Learn more about the warning signs for suicide and the helper tasks that can save a life. Learn more about upcoming Webinars on suicide prevention with Dr. Lisa Firestone Psychotherapy (APA Books, 2003), and The Self Under Siege (Routledge, 2012)….

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What Demi Moore and Twitter Can Teach You About Stopping Suicide by Lisa Firestone, Ph.D.

…he person than to under react and lose that person. For a complete list of helper tasks and what you can do to save a life click here. If you would like more information on what you can do to prevent suicide, sign up for the free April 20 webinar Understanding and Preventing Suicide. You may also visit the resource I created on PsychAlive.org, Suicide Prevention Advice. IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS IN CRISIS OR IN NEED OF IMMEDIATE HELP, CALL 1-8…

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How to Reach Out to Someone Who May Be Suicidal

…cide Prevention Lifeline, Dr. John Draper, discussing effective methods to help a suicidal person GET HELP: IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS IN CRISIS OR IN NEED OF IMMEDIATE HELP, CALL 1-800-273-TALK (8255). This is a free hotline available 24 hours a day to anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. International readers can click here for a list of helplines and crisis centers around the world. Click here to locate a therapist in your area….

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Saving Lives from Suicide During a Pandemic

…fety Plan App. WEBINAR – Watch a free Webinar with the Director of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Dr. John Draper, discussing effective methods to help a suicidal person National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number 1 (800)-273-TALK (8255…

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How You Can Help Someone At Risk for Suicide by Lisa Firestone, Ph.D.

…e Thoughts (FAST) and the Firestone Assessment of Violent Thoughts (FAVT). Dr. Firestone has published numerous professional articles, and most recently was the co-author of the books: Sex and Love in Intimate Relationships (APA Books, 2006), Conquer Your Critical Inner Voice(New Harbinger, 2002), and Creating a Life of Meaning and Compassion: The Wisdom of Psychotherapy (APA Books, 2003). VIDEO: Watch Dr. Lisa Firestone discuss topics of self, in…

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Preventing Teen Suicide

…age. However, most suicides can be prevented. It is important to know the warning signs in people who may be contemplating taking their own lives. Here you can find out what to look for and how to help a teen who is in trouble. READ ON Teens If you or someone you know is experiencing self-destructive or suicidal thoughts, it is essential that you seek help by talking to someone, calling the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and seeking the car…

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Why We Lost a Lovable Genius: The Hidden Enemy in Suicide

…ical inner voice may be telling you, it is not you. YOU matter. You’re important. Get help today. Need help? In the U.S., call 1-800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Dr. Lisa Firestone will be hosting the free one-hour online presentation “Learn the CPR of Suicide Prevention” on Sep. 11 –Learn More or Register Now…

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