Suicide and Depression
Take a chance on life
You're Not Alone
Depression may be described as feeling sad, blue, unhappy, miserable, or down in the dumps. Most of us feel this way at one time or another for short periods.
This can lead to lost interest in things you normally enjoy. You may avoid people around you and you may feel intensely sad, constantly down on your self. You’re irritable…with everyone.
Risk Fators
Suicide:
- Depression can lead to suicide
- Loss of loved ones
- Pressure to succeed
- Poor self esteem
What to Do
- Listen
- Ask for help
- Talk to someone
- Be honest with yourself
What Not to Do
Do Not:
- Keep it a secret
- Use drugs
- Take the thought lightly
- Be alone
What to do about Depression
If you are feeling depressed talk to someone immediately and tell them what's been going on.
Don't freak out. It's common for people to get depressed. Depression is a result in many things including stress, loss or guilty feelings.
Treatment
YOU SHOULD NEVER USE MEDICATION AS A FIRST RESORT!
Psychotherapy includes the exploration of events or feelings that are painful to the person and development of new coping skills.
Before using medication consult with a counselor or your physician. You can get
anti-depressants for help controlling your emotions and actions.
Boulder County Recourses
- National Suicide Prevention lifeline ..................1.800.273.TALK
- Mental Health Center - Longmont .....................303.684.0555
- Mental Health Center - Boulder .........................303.443.8500
- Child Crisis line ....................................................303.413.6388