Suicide Warning Signs

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If a parent takes their own life through suicide, a child sees it as a way to solve problems.

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Myth

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Some people are suicidal only for a time and then never again once they receive support.

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Fact

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All suicidal people want to die.

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Myth

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Most people who have considered suicide have given away clues they were thinking about it.

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Fact

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Suicidal people are often asking for help to live.

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Fact

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People often become calm once a decision for suicide is made.

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Fact

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People struggling with thoughts of suicide are relieved when someone asks if they are thinking about it.

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Fact

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Suicidal tendencies are a genetic trait.

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Myth

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Suicide often occurs without warning.

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Once a person is suicidal, they will always be that way.

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