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The Border Watch : November 1st 2013
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Preventing suicide is everyone’s business. We all have a role to play. Suicide ? MYTHS AND FACTS A belief in myths around suicide reduces opportunities for understanding and help. Myth: People who attempt suicide are just seeking attention. Fact: People who attempt suicide are seeking help. It is more useful to view suicide attempts as help-seeking rather than attention seeking. Myth: People who talk about suicide rarely follow through. Fact: People who talk about suicide are far more likely to attempt and complete suicide than those who don’t talk about it. Myth: Asking a person about suicide will put the idea into their head. Fact: Asking a person about suicide will often reduce the anxiety surrounding the feeling and promote a breakthrough in communication. Myth: Suicide is purely a mental health issue. Fact: People who contemplate suicide are having a crisis of self. This may be related to their current mental health state or a combination of situational emotional and social factors. We do not fully understand all aspects of suicidal behaviour but we can always offer compassion and support. HOW CAN YOU HELP? ASK: take all warning signs seriously and ask directly about suicide LISTEN: encourage the person to talk and listen attentively and without judging ACT: explain your limits, seek help and involve others NEED TO TALK MORE? Local GP for support and referrals An initiative of the Mount Gambier Suicide Prevention Network The Network is made up of representatives from government & non-government service providers, health, education, police, business, local government and consumers. Network members are working together to build a healthy community of resilient individuals who are suicide aware and have access to helpful services that will improve their emotional well-being. SUPPORTED BY: Independent Learning Centre Emergency Triage & Liaison Service 13 14 65 Lifeline 13 11 14 (24 hours) Online Service (Crisis Support Chat) www.lifeline.org.au beyondblue 1300 224 636 Webchat 4pm - 10pm www.beyondblue.org.au Service Clubs of Mount Gambier Mount Gambier & District Community Bank® Branch Reachout www.reachout.com.au Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 Mensline 1300 789 987 Saving Lives Crisis support. Suicide Prevention. 14 - The Border Watch, Friday, November 1, 2013 Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 and putt ! WARNING SIGNS Some warning signs may include: Loss of interest in hobbies, sports, work etc. Noticeable behaviour changes Mood changes, sadness, crying, changes in personality Hopelessness/helplessness Verbal clues such as “you’d be better off without me” Threats, talk of suicide or death Withdrawals from family/friends Increased use of alcohol/drugs Giving away possessions and putting affairs in order RISK FACTORS It is rare for a life situation to directly cause suicide but, it may act as a last straw. Some risk factors include: Relationship loss or diffi culty Death of someone close Financial problems Pressure to succeed Depression High expectations Alcohol/drug abuse Previous history of suicide attempts Sexual, emotional, physical abuse. ANYTHING depending on how the person feels about it A community concern A community response ONE WAY TO FIND OUT IF A PERSON IS SUICIDAL IS TO ASK IF IN DOUBT, CHECK IT OUT 632096
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