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The numbers are in - there has been an alarming rise in suicide rates the past 20 years. According to a study conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics there has been a 30% increase of death by suicide from the years of 2000 to 2016. These numbers only continue to increase. Suicide affects so much more than just the individual. It affects families, friends, and even communities. These resources are meant to help those who are wrestling with suicidal thoughts, as well as those whose lives have been touched by suicide. These resources seek to answer to questions such as, "How do I handle my child's attempts to take their own lives?" "How do I help my suicidal friends, and families?" "Who do I call when I'm feeling suicidal?" and more.
Fewer topics provoke more fear and trembling than suicide. But we cannot let our fear and sadness over a dark and difficult issue keep us from moving toward someone in need.
For some of us in the household of Jesus, Robin Williams’s death hits hard for very personal reasons. For some, a profound, oppressive darkness is threatening to douse the little light and hope they see.
A Biblically and clinically-informed guide to preventing teen suicide. Includes free ebook and online learning experience.
With the prevalence of teen suicides, parents can’t help but wonder, even worry, about their teen and depression.
A child or teen suicide attempt represents much more than a medical problem. It represents a young person in crisis, crying out for help.
Explore resources that shine light of suicide and how to both grieve it and prevent it in your loved ones.
As believers who embrace the view that every human life is sacred and created in God's image, we should care deeply about the issue of suicide.
How does a parent recover and move on from the tragedy of loss of a child to suicide? Though the road is difficult, you can survive this.
Suicide is a problem for youth and young adults. It may be prevented and there is hope for healing when parents and others take specific actions to help.
A list of suicide and emergency helpline around the world with links to more detailed hotlines.
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Those who have survived the suicide of a loved one understand that grieving is a journey through brokenness.
Our panel gets personal about loss, plus Albert Hsu on surviving his dad’s suicide, and what to do if you can’t connect with your parents on a deep level.
It’s often hard to pray when you’re consumed with suicidal thoughts. Write a prayer, or read over this one, when you’re able to express your pain and thought process, then you’ll have it ready to read the next time the suicidal thoughts come.
Together we can stop suicide. Welcome to Stay Here, a mental health
movement dedicated to creating a suicide-free generation. Our mission is
simple: to provide support, resources, and awareness for mental health and
suicide prevention until we see a change in statistics and lives saved.
According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data, suicide is the second leading cause of death among people ages 10-34. And even though suicide is pervasive, the stigma around depression causes many to suffer silently. Tune in to learn key warning signs and find out how you can offer hope to loved ones battling despair.
With compassion & clear actionable strategies, So Much to Live For shows you what to do, say, & how to intervene if you suspect a loved one is considering suicide
If your child is depressed or suicidal, here are the signs and stages to look for, and help you need to make a plan.
Left untreated, depression can lead some youth to take their own lives. Suicide is the third leading cause of death for 15- to 24-year-olds and the sixth leading cause of death for 5- to 14-year-olds. Attempted suicides are even more common.
Just as with every other issue of life, we need to understand what God’s Word says about suicide. Though the Bible never explicitly commands, “Thou shalt not commit suicide,” it talks repeatedly about life and how we can best live it.
If you feel like the clouds of despair are settling and staying upon you, reach out to others for help. Call a friend or family member. Open up. Talk about it. Ask for prayer. Ask for help—request check-ins. Don’t stay in the isolation of your mind where the stale air of despair is suffocating and disorientating. Call a friend for help.
Trouble is, only about one in six elderly sufferers of depression get help. If you know an elderly person who you suspect is clinically depressed, don’t brush it off. Talk to the person and contact a physician — or sit with them while they make the phone call. Do whatever is necessary to get them the help they need.
What can we do to battle this roaring lion? Specifically with regard to depression and suicide? I have nothing new under the sun to share. Just a bit of encouragement and few reminders.
Is there a higher rate of suicide for trans-youth in our culture? Research shows us how some studies provide an interesting answer.
Life is full of surprises, challenges and questions – and sometimes we all need help finding answers. Are you struggling in your marriage? Is your son or daughter involved in activities that have you worried? Or maybe you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy or navigating conflict with your aging parents. Whether you’re in the midst of a major crisis or simply a perplexing situation, we have compiled resources that can point you in the right direction. And remember – we’re constantly updating our content, so check back frequently for the latest and greatest resources.
