SUICIDE PREVENTION

Suicide prevention starts with recognizing the warning signs and taking them seriously. Learn what you can do.

From The Dark

 

Lurking in the darkness, sometimes it is hidden from everyone but yourself. Help bring the shadows into the spotlight.

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Creator - MATTHEW POOLE

LIFE IS AN OPTION - JC Nickell

I know that life can be hard                                                                                                                and even a strain                                                                                                                          people will listen                                                                                                                             when you are in pain                                                                                                              sometimes you may not realize                                                                                                         but I can see it in your eyes                                                                                                             don't say it's the end because I am your friend                                                                                      I will lend you my ear when you are feeling                                                                                      the fear                                                                                                                                          people might think you're crazy                                                                                                          it's just your mind is a little hazy                                                                                                       hold onto your hope I will help you cope                                                                                       that's what a good friend is for to help you open that door                                                     remember all that I say                                                                                                                     things will start to go your way                                                                                                       giving your life new power                                                                                                         negative thoughts to devour                                                                                                             thus                                                                                                                                                     your mindset is not for adoption                                                                                                   because life is an option.

suicidal ideation, self harm, self destructive behaviour, depression, mood disorder, bullying.

strength, problem solving, drive, ambition.

What is out there to help?

First thing to know is that you are not alone. There are many people around you that will offer a helping hand if you reach out. Below are a few organizations that can help get you on the road to recovery.

AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION. the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.

SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

YELLOW RIBBON. Making Suicide Prevention Accessible To Everyone! In all 50 States & over 45 Countries!

Treatment

  • Therapies, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and Exposure and response prevention
  • Medications, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) Eases symptoms of depressed mood and anxiety.
  • Self-management strategies, such as "self-soothing". Many therapy techniques, including mindfulness, are helpful to ground a person and bring her back to reality after loosing control.
  • Communicate, Listen carefully and learn what the individual is thinking and feeling.

Suicide does not discriminate. People of all genders, ages, and ethnicities can be at risk. Suicidal behavior is complex and there is no single cause.