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Suicide 101

Myths vs. Facts of Suicide . Myth:People who talk about suicide don't complete suicide.Fact:People who die of suicide have given definite warnings of their intentions.. Myths vs. Facts of Suicide . Myth:Suicide happens without warning.Fact:Most people communicate warning signs of how the

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Suicide 101

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    1. Traci Chur, MA Mary Brooks, MS Suicide 101

    2. Myths vs. Facts of Suicide Myth: People who talk about suicide don’t complete suicide. Fact: People who die of suicide have given definite warnings of their intentions.

    3. Myths vs. Facts of Suicide Myth: Suicide happens without warning. Fact: Most people communicate warning signs of how they are reacting to or feeling about stressful events in their lives whether it be a problem with a significant other, family member, best friend, superiors, financial matters or legal issues. Warning signs may present themselves as direct statements, physical signs, emotional reactions, or behaviors such as withdrawing from friends. When stressors and warning signs are present suicide may be considered as the only option to escape pain, relieve tension, maintain control, or cope with stress.

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