SUICIDE
the act of intentionally taking one's own life
Warning Signs
-saying "I wish I was dead"
-saying "I can"t take it anymore"
-writing poem, song lyrics, or diary entries that deal with death
-Direct or indirect suicide threats
-an unusual obsession with death
-withdrawal from friends
-Dramatic changes in personality, hygiene or appearance
-giving away belongings
How you can help
-show support and ask questions; remind the person that all problems have solutions and that suicide is not the answer
-persuade the person to seek help; talk with counselor or a parent
-Meaningful conversation; show interest and passion and patience and understanding
Number of suicides 15-24 in 2007
Ways people kill themselves
Suicide Rate from 1993 to 2010
Statistics
-More than 90% are suffering from depression or other mental disorder or have a history of suffering alcohol and other drugs
- 17% of all students consider suicide
- third leading cause of death 15-19 year olds
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