Individuals Who Are Most Likely to Commit Suicide
suicide, and intervene before the person can complete the process of self-destruction.
Suicide rates are highest in teenagers, middle aged, and the elderly. People with age over 65 have the highest rate of suicide. Men are more likely to be successful in suicides even though women are more likely to attempt it. Suicide risk also is higher in the following groups:
Elderly people who have lost a spouse through death or divorce People with previous suicide attempts People with suicide history in family People with an acquaintance who committed suicide
Below are most popular ways to treat individuals who are at risk for suicide:
People with physical, emotional, or sexual abuse history People who are unskilled, unmarried or unemployed People with disabling or terminal illness or any long-term pain People who are inclined to impulsive behaviour People who have recently been released from a psychiatric hospitalization, which is often a very frightening period of transition. People in certain professions, such as police officers and health care providers who work with terminally ill patients People with substance abuse problems
Suicide Prevention In many cases, suicide can be prevented. Research suggests that the best way to prevent suicide is to know the risk factors, be alert to the signs of depression and other mental disorders, recognize the warning signs for
Talk Therapy Medication Lifestyle Changes Provide emotional support
In case, any individual has suicidal thoughts, you should:
Talk to someone Take medication as directed Never skip appointment Pay attention to warning signs Eliminate access to lethal methods of suicide
It’s critical to act if you're able to help. Starting a conversation and risking your feelings to help save a life is a risk worth taking.
“However long the night, the dawn will break.”