Resource Tag: WARNING SIGNS

In two surveys of nine American cities, suicides made up about one-fourth & homicides about one-tenth of the cases involving drugs. Individuals who definitely died by suicide more often were female & somewhat older than the sample as a whole. Whites were overrepresented. A very high percentage of suicide victims were reported as emotionally depressed […]

In this letter to the editor, Berman questions whether the conclusion reached in a study by Bryan & colleagues that the mnemonic IS PATH WARM interfered with the participants’ ability to learn warning signs of suicide is accurate due to the lack of a fair & reasonable test based on understanding the purpose of a […]

This presentation examined suicide among industrial workers & investigated some common factors that might be helpful in identifying potential suicide victims through job performance. The relevant literature was reviewed, talks were held with employee counsellors & industrial physicians, & the feasibility of using existing occupational programs to help identify & prevent suicide among industrial workers […]

The findings of an investigation of all officially recorded cases of suicide among North Carolina youth, ages 10-18 years & 19-22 years, during 1972-1977 were reported in this presentation. There were 226 & 319 suicides in the two age groups, respectively. Individuals at either high or low risk were first identified in each category & […]

This public information booklet discusses myths about suicide, suicide in Scotland, clues that may indicate someone is suicidal, & strategies for helping a person at risk. The booklet provides advice on how to start difficult conversations & active listening. A list of suicide prevention resources is also included.

This public information pamphlet discusses risk factors for suicide & how psychology can help in intervention, prevention, & postvention.

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The family can play an important role in the prevention of suicide if it is capable of aiding the mental health care services in the early detection & management of family members at risk. This article provides information on myths about suicide, risk groups, & prevention. (12 refs.)

This pamphlet discusses depression & suicidal behaviours in students studying abroad. Changes in behaviour may relate to culture shock or they could be symptoms of depression. Suggestions are provided for making recommendations for a professional mental health evaluation & helping a student to seek medical attention. Warning signs for suicide are listed & suggested actions […]

This pamphlet briefly reviews the literature on problem gambling & suicidal behviours. General information about warning signs & how to help someone who may be at risk is also provided.

This publication provides American data on youth suicide & a list of risk factors & warning signs. Key points to consider when discussing suicide are covered. Guidelines for talking with children & adolescents about suicide are provided by age groups, 4-8 years, 9-13 years, & 14-18 years. Some information is also provided for helping children […]

These guidelines describe how members of the public should provide first aid to an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person who may be at risk of suicide or is suspected to be deliberately injuring themselves. The guidelines aim to be respectful of cultural differences in understanding & treating mental illness.

In this letter to the editor, the authors report on their study of pre-suicide signs among suicide victims in Mie Prefecture, Japan. All suicide cases from 1996-2002 were examined. Pre-suicide signs were divided into four groups: direct linguistic signs, indirect linguistic signs, direct action signs, & indirect action signs. Pre-suicide signs were noted in 40.4% […]

This special edition of the “First Nations Parents Club Bulletin” provides information for parents on youth suicide. Risk factors & warning signs are outlined. Prevention strategies are discussed as are strategies for building young people’s self-confidence & self-esteem. An annotated list of helpful websites is also included.

This pamphlet provides general information on adolescent suicide. Some statistics on the incidence of suicide in the United States are listed as are warning signs & some strategies for helping a young person.

This pamphlet provides general information on risk factors for suicide, recognizing depression, & helping strategies.