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SUICIDETHE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM
An obvious truth that is either ignored or going unaddressed. An obvious problem or risk no one wants to discuss.
wikipedia
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“The suffering of suicide is private and inexpressible,
leaving family members, friends and colleagues to deal with an almost unfathomable kind of loss as well as guilt. Suicide carries in its afterm
Kay Redfield Jamison
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What I learned about suicide
through 4 yrs of medical school, 11 yrs of postgraduate education and research, 31 yrs of medical practice and many CME cours
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Nothing
STIGMA
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SUICIDE IS THE SAME AS FOR ONE WTERRY WISE
AMBIVALENCE AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE A LIFE
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RISK FACTORS FOR SUICIDEMental disorders
Previous suicide attemptSubstance abuse
Access to lethal means
Environmental factorsFamily history of suicide or attemptEnvironmental conditions and pain
WARNING SIGNS FOR SUICIDE
Suicidal ideationMaking a plan and looking for ways
Feeling trapped, hopeless, desperate, humiliated
Anxiety and panic attackInsomnia and Nightmares
Agitation
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WHAT TO DO IF SOMEONE IS AT RISK FOR SUICIDE
Take it seriouslyAsk questions without being judgmental
Encourage professional help
Take actionCrisis Management
Follow up
Safety Planning
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE1-800-273-TALK(8255)
With help comes hope
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Suicide Prevention Action Network of IdahoOrigin
Activities and accomplishmentsspanidaho.org
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REFERENCESWhy People Die by Suicide by Thomas Joiner
Myths About Suicide by Thomas Joiner
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
[afsp.org]AMERICAN Association of Suicidology[suicidology.org]
Suicide Prevention Action Network of Idaho[spanidaho.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline[suicidepreventionlifelne.org]