Thursday, December 9, 2010
Suicide and me
I found it very interesting to read about how 90% of those who commit suicide already suffer from some kind of psychological disorder. I remember in 5th grade when one of my fellow students had to go to a therapist because he had spoken of killing himself. It shows how we cannot take things like that likely, when there is such good treatment out there that could save a life.
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Just last week I experienced the loss of someone due to suicide. Sometimes it happens to the person you would least expect. You have to consider that 10% of people who commit suicide show no signs and have not been diagnosed with a psychologic disorder. With suicide being the 4th leading cause of death amongst teenagers you really have to be aware and try to help those people out.
ReplyDeleteNot to long ago a birthday past of someone who committed suicide in my town. It really is crazy that suicide is becoming so overwhelmingly popular by troubled teens. Though therapy can be helpful, I find that sometimes, other things can be a type of therapy to those who are suicidal. Actual therapy in addition to what I like to call "friend therapy" can be very helpful. Anyone can save a life. They just have to pay attention and just genuinely care. Care can go a very long way, especially when those who are suicidal often think that they don't have anyone who cares at all.
ReplyDelete-Desiree' Williford