Help For Dealing With Suicidal People

Have you ever experienced suicidal thoughts? Do you know someone who may be suicidal? Do you know a loved one or friend who has committed suicided? Dealing with suicide can be challenging.

People who take their own lives truly feel that is the only way to end the unbearable emotional pain. Most suicidal threats and attempts might be seen as a cry for help, but every person, regardless of age and circumstances, must be taken seriously. Most people do not want to die but their emotions override their ability to think logically. Without guidance or support, these victims of suicide are lost in extreme distress. There are many misconceptions about suicide and the truth is the more that suicide is discussed in open conversations, the help to stay away from that option increases. If a person seems determined to act upon their suicidal ideation, just remember it is never too late to save someone by offering them your help or providing resources.

There are signals or specific odd behaviors to watch out for a warning signs for suicidal ideation. For example, when a person starts to give away all possessions, seeking out access to weapons or a means to harm oneself, and excessive writing or talking about death. Be mindful of the family history of suicide, as genetic factors have increased the risk. If you know someone who may be suicidal, then speak up and share your concerns because it might save a life.

My Personal Experience in dealing with a Family Member who Committed Suicide

I hope that by disclosing a piece of my story, it may help family members and friends whom are grieving the death of a loved one caused by suicide. My biological mother had dementia while I was growing up. When I was only 15 years old, she committed suicide. On the day of her death, I was home watching television in the living room while she was in her bedroom swallowing all of her medications without my knowledge. I did not check on her until hours later. When I went into her bedroom, I immediately found the note she had left me and at that moment I realized that she had ended her life, then I began to scream in shock. It took me weeks to progress through the grief stage of denial and refused to believe that she was gone forever. For years afterward I worked through feelings of guilt, blaming myself for her death because I failed as her caretaker. I continued to tell myself that I could have saved her life if I had watched her more closely. However, I have healed from the emotional pain of loosing her. I believe now that she is in a better place where she is no longer in pain. I believe that God allows things to happen and creates good out of tragedies. Due to the immense loss of my mother, I have been eager to help others who are dealing with emotional pain. My hope is to provide individuals with the therapeutic support they need to prevent suicide or any form of self-harm. My goal is to assist with establishing a good quality of life for people to be filled with contentment, love, and joy.

People struggling with symptoms of depression need accessible mental health treatment. The good news is that there are various successful treatments that have evolved, both psychotherapy and medication. Now is the time to begin connecting our loved ones who are suffering and get the help required to help them overcome their depression. To get immediate access to a list of resources for suicidal ideation and suicidal prevention, please visit the Resource tab here on the website.

If you are having thoughts of Suicide and need immediate help, call the Crisis Hotline at (888) 724-7240 or for immediate medical help call 9-1-1.