Suicide is the act of taking one's own life on purpose. Suicidal behavior is any action that could cause a person to die, such as taking a drug overdose or crashing a car on purpose.
Suicide and suicidal behaviors usually occur in people with:
People who try to commit suicide are often trying to get away from a life situation that seems impossible to deal...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A person may need emergency treatment after a suicide attempt. They may need first aid, CPR, or mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.People who try to commit... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
PreventionAvoiding alcohol and drugs (other than prescribed medicines) can reduce the risk of suicide.In homes with children or teenagers:Keep all... Read more »
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