Facts vs Fables About Suicide

Briefly states each of 10 fables, & the facts about each of these fables. A reference for each fable & fact is also given. Fables include: those who talk about suicide will not commit suicide; once suicidal, always suicidal; improvement means the suicide risk is over; suicide runs in families; suicide stikes only the rich (or poor); suicide happens without warning; suicide & depression are synonymous; all suicidal persons are insane; & nothing can be done to save suicidal persons. (RM)