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Facts and Myths About Suicide

MYTH: PEOPLE WHO TALK ABOUT SUICIDE DON’T COMPLETE SUICIDE.

FACT: Many people who die by suicide have given definite warnings of their intentions. Always take any comment about suicide seriously.

MYTH: SUICIDE HAPPENS WITHOUT WARNING.

FACT: Most suicidal people give many clues and warning signs regarding their suicidal intention.

MYTH: SUICIDAL PEOPLE ARE FULLY INTENT ON DYING.

FACT: Most suicidal people are undecided about living or dying which is called suicidal ambivalence. A part of them wants to live, however, death seems like the only way out of their pain or situation. They may allow themselves to “gamble with death,” leaving it up to others to save them.

MYTH: MALES ARE MORE LIKELY TO BE SUICIDAL.

FACT: Males COMPLETE suicide more often than females. However, females ATTEMPT suicide three times more often than men. Perhaps the reason fewer females complete is that they tend to choose less lethal methods than males.

MYTH: IMPROVEMENT FOLLOWING A SUICIDE CRISIS MEANS THAT THE RISK IS OVER.

FACT: Most suicides occur within three months of “improvement,” when the individual has the energy and motivation to actually follow through with his/her suicidal thoughts.
 

1-800-SUICIDE
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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255). You will be routed to the closest possible crisis center in your area. With over 120 crisis centers across the country, Lifeline's mission is to provide immediate assistance to anyone seeking mental health services. Call for yourself, or someone you care about. Your call is free and confidential.

 

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