PREVENTION

Suicide prevention tips

Suicide prevention starts with recognising the warning signs and taking them seriously. 1. Speak up if youre worried 2. Respond quickly in a crisis 3. Offer help & Support

Talking openly about suicidal thoughts and feelings can save a life.

Helping a suicidal person:

Get professional help e.g. from doctors, psychologists, etc. Follow-up on treatment. Encourage positive lifestyle changes. Make a safety plan. Remove potential means of suicide. Continue your support over the long haul. Community Psychology Division Level 1, B30, Spg 32-37, Anggerek Desa Flats, Berakas, BB3713 Brunei Darussalam TEL: +6732333214, +6738699614 Healthline: 145

SUICIDE & PREVENTION

What there is to know about suicide and how to help someone who is suicidal..

MINISTRY OF HEALTH

WHAT IS SUICIDE?
It is a desperate attempt to escape suffering that has become unbearable.

SIGNS OF SUICIDE
Suicide warning signs:
Talking about suicide Seeking access to weapons Constantly thinking about death Feeling hopeless about the future Self-loathing, self-hatred Making final arrangements Withdrawing from others Self-destructive behaviours Sudden sense of calm Change in eating/sleeping habits Drug & alcohol use Caring less about personal appearance

RISK FACTORS
Common suicide risk factors include:
Mental illness Alcoholism or drug abuse Previous suicide attempts Family history of suicide Terminal illness or chronic pain Recent loss or stressful life event Social isolation and loneliness History of trauma or abuse

A suicidal person may not ask for help, but that doesnt mean that help isnt wanted

1 million
people die each year from suicide globally.
It is the second leading cause of death in 10 - 24 years age group.

Additional warning signs of suicide (in teens):

Violent/rebellious behaviour, such as running away Persistent boredom, difficulty concentrating or a decline in quality of schoolwork Frequent complaints about physical symptoms, often related to emotions stomach ache, headaches, fatigue Not accepting praise / rewards appearance

Other risk factors for teenage suicide:

Past history of traumatic events Lack of a support network Availability of a weapon Hostile social or school environment Exposure to other teen suicide

TAKE ANY SUICIDAL TALK OR BEHAVIOUR SERIOUSLY, IT IS A CRY FOR HELP