Suicide Threats or Attempts: Toddler
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Suicide Attempt
Asked by S.K. from Minneapolis
on April 12, 2010
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I need to hear from people who have first hand/expertise knowledge re: this issue.
My nephew just tried to commit suicide in Boot Camp (Army). They waited 3 days...
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- I sympathize with you and your family. I'm a retired police officer who has dealt with suicide. I've also been a Crisis Intervention volunteer with the added experie...
- My experience is from the perspective of an Army wife - my current husband is retired from the Army. I would advise consulting the chaplain at the post where he is as...
- My heart is with you and your family - I'm so very sorry. More than anything your nephew needs to hear that he is LOVED and that you care. The working through th...
Suicide
Asked by D.S. from Minneapolis
on April 29, 2008
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I just learn that a good friend's 15 year old son committed suicide last night. He used to be my son's best friend. Any suggestions on how to help my 14 year old thr...
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- D., My situation is a bit different but I figured I'd still share and maybe help you get some ideas. We lost a baby (died in utero) last year and I had to be induced ...
- I am so sorry to hear this. I would like to tell you that a similiar thing happend to me in 8th grade one of my best friend committed suicide. There was no warning sig...
- My sister just went through this a couple of weeks ago only it was an older person (21). the son of her best friend. It is a hard time and one that each person will de...
Suicide
Asked by C.V. from Cincinnati
on December 3, 2006
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First and foremost please understand... I am NOT in any way considering suicide.
I understand that suicide is a very touchy and unspeakable subject and that is why ...
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- I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your sister and your latest family memeber. My heart goes out to you. Thank you though for your message of strength and compa...
- Thank you so much for sharing.It is sometimes from our deepest sadness are we able to help others. I know when I lost my 3rd daughter I considered suicide. I thought t...
- That was beautiful, I cried. I am not suicidal but have experienced the loss. My sister, my Maid of Honor, came into town for the first time in many years for my weddi...
Teen Suicide
Asked by M.B. from Los Angeles
on January 31, 2009
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Ok so one of my kids has a friend who confided in them that they think about suicide a lot and that they sometimes wish they were dead. That they have even "cut" thems...
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- As the parents of teenagers this is a tough one. The fact that your child trusts you is a biggie and I would not do anything to betray that trust. Ask your child if y...
- When it comes to a serious issue like suicide, I frankly think you have to put that teen's life before your own concerns about your kid feeling that you've betrayed a ...
- I would go to the school and they can go to the parents and help the child as well. Do it ASAP.
Step Son Suicide & I'm Pregnant
Asked by V.A. from Dallas
on September 10, 2008
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My husband's eldest son committed suicide last year (18 y.o.). He has been to counseling and says it is doing nothing for him, & doesn't want to go back. Does anyone...
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- He may need to find another counselor if he's not connecting with the current one. I've lost several people in my life to suicide and it never gets easier. He will a...
- I had a very good friend commit suicide a few years ago and it was very difficult for me to deal with. My boss/mentor at the time recommended a book that really helpe...
- I am so sorry about your husbands son. I had a teacher who lost a child. Her husband and her had a terrilbe time with it. I did not know them well. But I decided t...
Talking to Kids About Suicide
Asked by A.S. from Kansas City
on October 6, 2011
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My friend's son committed suicide this week, and it's such a tragic situation. My kids knew him, and I am not sure exactly how much to share with them about how he die...
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- I am all for honesty but I do not think at this age they need to know it was a suicide. Experiencing the death of someone they knew at that age is tragic enough.
- I agree with Betsy...they don't need to know about the suicide. Prayers to you!
- You didn't mention how old the boy was. So sad! It makes me cry just thinking about it. I wouldn't say anything to the 5 year old other than it was an accident. ...
Have You Ever Have a Child Attempt Suicide?
Asked by P.P. from Greensboro
on May 15, 2010
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My 12 year old daughter attempted suicide, and I'm a whole mix of feelings. I thank God everyday that he spared, she means the world to me. I have gotten her a christi...
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- I have never gone through went you are going through since my children are still fairly young. However, I attempted suicide when I was your daughters age. I obviousl...
- You're not a bad mom! This is not your fault. It's good you are bringing her to a counselor. Be vigilant though and try to discern if the counselor is a good match....
- Oh my gosh- I am so sorry. I can't even imagine how difficult this must be for you.
Suicide at My Daughter's School and Memorial
Asked by K.K. from Austin
on April 6, 2011
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Just wanting others thoughts on this. My daughter is a freshman in high school. This past Monday another female freshman shot herself in the head in the girls bathroom...
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- Seriously? You have to be kidding me. I am so sickened by your question, and incredible lack of compassion. Since when does a fashion show take precedence over a dead ...
- If it is not a problem with the principal or the school, then who wishes to go to the memorial should go and who wishes to attend the fashion show should go. Are you ...
- UGH! I was with you until the "attention" comment. You said you appreciated the response that said you shouldn't judge what's on another person's heart and then you ma...
Talking to My Young Children About Suicide
Asked by V.J. from Washington DC
on April 20, 2007
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I have a 4 year old and a six year old (7 in two weeks) My husband and I separated in October and we've finally gotten things straight with visitation, so things are g...
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- V., I am so sorry for your loss. My parents just committed suicide before christmas. I have been doing a lot of research on this subject because my two year old s...
- I am so sorry for your loss and especially the circumstances surrounding it. I really do not have any advice...but I will say that we are never really "old enough to ...
- V., I can remember going to my uncles funeral when I was that age. I can also remember being bored and just hanging with the other kids when the service was over and...
Bullying and Suicide
Asked by J.G. from Cincinnati
on October 16, 2010
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Why do you think this is happening? It's terrifying, and just to say my opinion: I think kids are desensitized. I read an article where the girls who were doing the bu...
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- I absolutely blame the lack of discipline in kids today. It used to be mainly the abused kids doing the bullying, now it's also in very large part the spoiled ones. ...
- Teach compassion--not how to be a doormat. But encourage her to express her ideas and beliefs. If she can relate to how other kids feel, I think she'll be less likel...
- Keeping quiet about bullying allows it to continue to happen. I teach my children to speak up when someone is bothering them or hurting someone else. Call attention ...
