Suicide is the second leading cause of death among college students!
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http://www.utexas.edu/student/cmhc/booklets/suicide/suicide.htmlSuicide on CampusProblems that precipitate suicide are usually temporary ones--unfortunately,
suicide is a permanent solution to these temporary troubles.
Life's difficulties can be extremely painful and may appear to last forever; however,
better times do happen. Survivors of attempted suicide consistently express relief that
their attempt failed.
Tragically, increasing numbers of young adults are choosing this option.
A recent study shows that over the last 30 years the suicide rate in young people has more than tripled.
The most dramatic increase in the suicide rate has occurred in the 15 to 24 age bracket (up 312%),
followed by the 20- to 24-year-old age group (up 163%)--both traditional college-age groups.
The most sobering statistic is that suicide is second only to automobile accidents
as the leading cause of death among 18- to 24-year-olds.
Leaving familiar community and family support systems and adjusting to the demands
and responsibilities of a new environment is stressful, especially for freshmen.
This is one reason why college students are at high risk.No one can afford to ignore such a troublesome reality.
This brochure is written to encourage the student to seek non-destructive
solutions to the stress of modern times and to reaffirm the sanctity of life.
Depression:
Signs of clinical depression include:
Feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, and/or worthlessness
Insomnia or excessive sleeping
Significant appetite loss or gain
Decreased interest or pleasure in previously enjoyable activities
Themes of death in artwork, poetry and/or conversation
Previous Attempts: 4 out of 5 who actually commit suicide
have tried to do so at least once previously.
Significant Loss:
Any real or perceived loss such as a relationship breakup,
loss of status/prestige, death, or physical impairment.
Alcohol or Other Drug Abuse:
If a person cannot say "No" to a drug or control the amount used,
there is a substance abuse problem.
Suicide Plan:
The more specific the plan, the more serious the intent.
Giving Possessions Away.
Talking About Suicide:
This may be stated directly--"I'm going to kill myself."
Or indirectly--"You would be better off without me,"
or, "Soon you won't have to worry about me anymore."
A Few Myths About Suicidehttp://www.utexas.edu/student/cmhc/booklets/suicide/suicide.html#MythsSuicide and College Studentshttp://www.suicidereferencelibrary.com/test4~id~1372.phphttp://healthyliving.allinfo-about.com/suicide.htmlBecause suicide is the second biggest cause of death of college students,
the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is targeting them with a
documentary and screening program to help identify those students at risk.
Although suicide is the second leading cause of death among college students,
there are currently limited resources within the college community to help
students deal with this pressing issue.
In an effort to combat the alarming suicide rate among college students,
the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) has launched the
College Screening Project — a pilot program aimed at identifying college
students at risk for suicide and encouraging them to get the help they need.