Short passages by those who have attempted or completed suicide, by those who work in the field of suicidology, & by survivors are presented. A number of topics are covered, including 3 myths about suicide, 8 clues to potential suicide, how suicidal persons experience their environment, how family & friends react to a suicide attempter, how to help, 5 tips on achieving empathy, & a list of reference books & numbers. (RM)