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Suicide: Prevention & Help
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Every day around the world, one suicide attempt is reported every 40 seconds. Sadly, there is a contagious aspect to suicide, especially in the wake of high-profile deaths. For example, the back-to-back deaths of world-renowned celebrities Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain was not only shocking, but also had a trigger affect on others who experience suicidal thoughts. In fact, when a public tragedy takes place—especially a high-profile suicide—the risk for deaths by accidents, suicides, and murders significantly increases in the public along with a rise in depression, anxiety, and aggression. From the outside, it seems as though celebrities like Spade, Bourdain, or even Robin Williams had it all: fame, fortune, success, and love. So when they took their own lives it caused people to stop and think, "If they couldn't handle the world, then why should I?" Their deaths represented the death of a dream and a hopelessness to many who struggle with suicidal depression. In Canada, approximately 4000 Canadians die by suicide annually, and it's the second most common cause of death among young people. However, men in their 40s and 50s have the highest rate of suicide. Women are three to four times more likely to attempt suicide than men, but men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women. How Can We Prevent Suicide? Of course, it's impossible to prevent all suicides, but there are strategies to help reduce the risk. For example:
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- Seeing a professional for treatment and building a solid relationship with a doctor or mental health professional
- Creating strong social support networks, including family, friends, or a peer support group
- Learning how to cope with problems, and trusting those coping skills
74 episodes
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Every day around the world, one suicide attempt is reported every 40 seconds. Sadly, there is a contagious aspect to suicide, especially in the wake of high-profile deaths. For example, the back-to-back deaths of world-renowned celebrities Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain was not only shocking, but also had a trigger affect on others who experience suicidal thoughts. In fact, when a public tragedy takes place—especially a high-profile suicide—the risk for deaths by accidents, suicides, and murders significantly increases in the public along with a rise in depression, anxiety, and aggression. From the outside, it seems as though celebrities like Spade, Bourdain, or even Robin Williams had it all: fame, fortune, success, and love. So when they took their own lives it caused people to stop and think, "If they couldn't handle the world, then why should I?" Their deaths represented the death of a dream and a hopelessness to many who struggle with suicidal depression. In Canada, approximately 4000 Canadians die by suicide annually, and it's the second most common cause of death among young people. However, men in their 40s and 50s have the highest rate of suicide. Women are three to four times more likely to attempt suicide than men, but men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women. How Can We Prevent Suicide? Of course, it's impossible to prevent all suicides, but there are strategies to help reduce the risk. For example:
…
continue reading
- Seeing a professional for treatment and building a solid relationship with a doctor or mental health professional
- Creating strong social support networks, including family, friends, or a peer support group
- Learning how to cope with problems, and trusting those coping skills
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