Depression and Suicide Prevention
By Amare Denson
Suicide and Prevention
Suicide and Depression is really serious and we shouldn't just forget about it. If you notice someone with depression or suicidal thoughts you should give them your full attention to let them know that they are safe around you and let them know that your going to be there for them no matter what happens. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of the death in the US of all ages. Suicide rates have increased over the years.
Self-harm
Self-harm can be a way of coping with problems It may help you express feelings you cant put into words distract you from your life or release emotional pain Afterwards you probably feel better at least for a little while But then the painful feelings return and you feel the urge to hurt yourself again. If you want to stop but dont know how remember this you deserve to feel better and you can get there without hurting yourself
Depression
Teen depression is a serious medical problem that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities it affects how your teen thinks feels and behaves and it can cause emotional functional and physical problems although mood disorders such as depression can occur at any time in life symptoms may be different between teens and adults
Suicide or Overdosing
Most teens who attempt or commit suicide have a mental health condition or substance abuse problem. As a result they have trouble coping with the stress of being a teen such as dealing with rejection failure breakups and family turmoil they might also be unable to see that they can turn their lives around and that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem
Depression Symptoms
- Difficulty Sleeping or Sleeping Too Much
- Difficulty Concentrating
- Feeling of Hopelessness or Helplessness
- Overwhelming and Uncontrollable Negative Thoughts
- Loss of Appetite or Significant Increase in Appetite
- Increase in Irritability, Aggression or Anger
- Increase in Alcohol Consumption and/or Reckless Behavior
- Thoughts That Your Life is not Worth Living
Mayo Clinic
Website: MayoClinic.org
Location: 13400 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ 85259
Phone: 480-301-7101
Suicide Symptoms
- Talking about suicide — for example, making statements such as "I'm going to kill myself," "I wish I were dead" or "I wish I hadn't been born"
- Getting the means to take your own life, such as buying a gun or stockpiling pills
- Withdrawing from social contact and wanting to be left alone
- Having mood swings, such as being emotionally high one day and deeply discouraged the next
- Being preoccupied with death, dying or violence
- Feeling trapped or hopeless about a situation
- Increasing use of alcohol or drugs
- Changing normal routine, including eating or sleeping patterns
- Doing risky or self-destructive things, such as using drugs or driving recklessly
- Giving away belongings or getting affairs in order when there's no other logical explanation for doing this
- Saying goodbye to people as if they won't be seen again
- Developing personality changes or being severely anxious or agitated, particularly when experiencing some of the warning signs listed above
Suicide and Depression Overview
Although most people who are depressed do not kill themselves, untreated depression can increase the risk of possible suicide. It is not uncommon for depressed individuals to have thoughts about suicide whether or not they intend to act on these thoughts. Severely depressed people often do not have the energy to harm themselves, but it is when their depression lifts and they gain increased energy that they may be more likely to attempt suicide.Suicide is considered a possible complication of depressive illness in combination with other risk factors because suicidal thoughts and behavior can be symptoms of moderate to severe depression. These symptoms typically respond to proper treatment, and usually can be avoided with early intervention for depressive illness. Any concerns about suicidal risk should always be taken seriously and evaluated by a qualified professional immediately.