No one can stop a suicide, it is inevitable. Myth: If people in a crisis get the help they need, they will probably never be suicidal again.
Confronting a person about suicide will only make them angry and increase the risk of suicide. Myth: Asking someone directly about suicidal intent lowers anxiety and opens up communication and lowers the risk of an impulsive act.
Only experts can prevent suicide. Myth: Suicide prevention is everybody’s business, and anyone can help prevent the tragedy of suicide.
Suicidal people tell someone about their plans. Fact: Most suicidal people communicate their intent sometime during the week preceding their attempt.
Those who talk about suicide don鈥檛 do it. Myth: People who talk about suicide may try or even complete an act of self-destruction.
Once a person decides to complete suicide there is something that can be done to stop them. Fact: Suicide is the most preventable kind of death and almost any positive action may save a life.