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Misconceptions:
- "Those who talk about suicide won't do it."
- "Telling someone to do
it will snap them out of it."
- "Suicide attempters really want to die."
- " Talking about suicide will give
some 'ideas'."
- "Suicide victims were all psychotic."
- "Most suicides occur with no warning."
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"If someone is suicidal, she/he will be so forever."
- "Someone who has attempted suicide won't try again."
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"People who say they're suicidal only want attention."
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Realities:
Many who talk about suicide complete suicide.
This is the single most dangerous
thing to do.
Suicidal people want to end their suffering.
Talking about suicide shows that you care.
Most
suicidal people are in touch with reality.
Many suicidal victims show warning signs.
Suicidality is not permanent;
it will pass.
Most victims have made one or more attempts.
Suicidal behavior is often a "plea for
help."
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