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There are 1 suicide hotlines (crisis lines or helplines) in Brazil that can help..
I had a patient who, many years ago, lost her adult daughter to suicide. This patient was one of the most gracious people I knew.
She was a loving mother and grandmother, a NICU nurse who cared for sick babies, and an empathetic person who was always quick to attend the needs and feelings of others.
Mental and emotional illnesses such as depression and bi-polar disorders are often tied to suicidal feelings.
After the tragedy, she would travel and discover things her daughter would have enjoyed, which instantly reminded her of her loss. She would wonder, "What if?" What could she have done to prevent the suicide? It broke my heart to see her struggling to be strong for the rest of the family.
Years later, they are still trying to put the pieces back together.
This family is not unique in their heartbreak.
✘ Be afraid of asking about suicidal thoughts.
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, with almost 45,000 victims every year. Approximately 123 Americans die from suicide each day, but many more attempt suicide or are plagued by suicidal thoughts.
Suicide is a serious and complicated issue.
There isn’t a foolproof fix for suicidal thoughts, and it’s not always easy to see when someone is contemplating suic
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