https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf en-us 2019-04-25 16:08:38 UTC 2019-04-29 17:13:18 UTC hello@padlet.com 2480728 https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354174197 Some people who end their lives or attempt suicide might be trying to escape feelings of rejection, hurt, or loss. Others might feel angry, ashamed, or guilty about something. Some people may be worried about disappointing friends or family members. And some may feel unwanted, unloved, victimized, or like they're a burden to others.]]> 2019-04-25 16:12:58 UTC https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354174197 2480728 https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354176521 Depression affects a person's thoughts in such a way that the person doesn't see when a problem can be overcome. It's as if the depression puts a filter on the person's thinking that distorts things. That's why depressed people don't realize that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem in the same way that other people do. A teen with depression may feel like there's no other way out of problems, no other escape from emotional pain, or no other way to communicate a desperate unhappiness.]]> 2019-04-25 16:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354176521 2480728 https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354178315 Teens with alcohol and drug problems are also more at risk for suicidal thinking and behavior. Alcohol and most drugs have depressive effects on the brain. Misuse of these substances can bring on serious depression. That's especially true for some teens who already have a tendency . depression because of their biology, family history, or other life stressors]]> 2019-04-25 16:22:59 UTC https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354178315 2480728 https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354179518 Some people who attempt suicide mean to die and some aren't completely sure if they want to die. For some, a suicide attempt is a way to express deep emotional pain. They can't say how they feel, so, for them, attempting suicide feels like the only way to get their message across. Sadly, many people who really didn't mean to kill themselves end up dead or critically ill.]]> 2019-04-25 16:25:58 UTC https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354179518 2480728 https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354181020 talking about suicide or death in general. talking about "going away. referring to things they "won't be needing," and giving away possession. talking about feeling hopeless or feeling guilty . pulling away from friends or family and losing the desire to go out . having no desire to take part in favorite things or activities . having trouble concentrating or thinking clearly. experiencing changes in eating or sleeping habits engaging in self.-destructive behavior (drinking alcohol, taking drugs, or cutting, for example)

]]> 2019-04-25 16:29:39 UTC https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354181020 2480728 https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354183015 If you have been thinking about suicide. get help now. Depression is powerful. You can't wait and hope that your mood might improve. When a person has been feeling down for a long time, it's hard to step back and be objective.]]> 2019-04-25 16:34:06 UTC https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354183015 2480728 https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354184190 Talking things through also may give the person an opportunity to consider other solutions to problems. Most of the time, people who are considering suicide are willing to talk if someone asks them out of concern and care. Because people who are depressed are not as able to see answers as well as others, it can help to have someone work with them in coming up with at least one other way out of a bad situation]]> 2019-04-25 16:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354184190 2480728 https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354185206 These problems can be difficult and draining — and can lead to depression if they go on too long without relief or support. We all struggle with painful problems and events at times. How do people get through it without becoming depressed? Part of it is staying connected to family, friends, school, faith, and other support networks.Tell someone you trust what's going on with you.Be around people who are caring and positive.Ask someone to help you figure out what to do about a problem you're facing.Work with a therapist or counselor if problems are getting you down and depressed — or if you don't have a strong support network or feel you can't cope.]]> 2019-04-25 16:39:16 UTC https://padlet.com/2480728/vugje35b0jpf/wish/354185206