13/03/2024
Understanding Su***de
Su***de.
We would rather not talk about it. We hope it will never happen to anyone we know. But su***de is a reality, and it is more common than you might think. The possibility that su***de could claim the life of someone you love cannot be ignored. By paying attention to warning signs and talking about the ‘unthinkable,’ you may be able to prevent a death.
Who is at risk?
People likely to die by su***de include those who:
•are having a serious physical or mental illness,
•are abusing alcohol or drugs,
•are experiencing a major loss, such as the death of a loved one, unemployment or divorce,
•are experiencing major changes in their life, such as teenagers and seniors,
have made previous su***de threats
