Suicide and Its Impact

Suicide is a personal tragedy and crisis that ends the individual s life prematurely and takes away all the potential growth he may have achieved. Suicide has a long-term ripple effect, affecting the lives of families, friends, societies and communities.
Signs which may help in the identification of contemplation of suicide includes
-Feeling about hopelessness, helplessness and worthlessness,
-Failure to find a reason to continue life
-Feelings of being trapped in a life situation from which escape is not possible
-Disturbed biological functions
-Little or excessive sleep
-Little or excessive appetite
-Showing signs of distress, despair
-Rapid mood swings
-Maybe agitated, aggressive or anxious
-Excessive use of alcohol and other drugs
-There may be a history of suicidal thought, intent or act in the past.