Accidents and suicides are the leading causes of death in children and adolescents in our country. Suicide is frequently encountered, especially in young people between the ages of 15-25.
When children and young people talk about their pessimism about the future or the meaninglessness of life, we should perceive these statements as the first signs of suicidal tendency and evaluate them. Although there is a false belief in our society that "those who talk about suicide will not commit suicide"; The most important predictor of a person's death by suicide is frequent mention of suicide beforehand. If your child has such a statement, please do not be late to consult a specialist.
The rate of suicide is quite high, especially in young people who exhibit depressive symptoms or have a family history of depression, are pressured, unsupported, feel guilty, and despair.
So what can parents do to prevent suicide?
-
First of all, if you suspect your child is depressed or if you hear suicidal statements from your child, consult a specialist immediately.
-
Do the necessary readings and watch videos about the process or depression in order to understand what your child is fighting until the treatment starts. Do not approach your child with hearsay.
-
Get psychoeducation on how to treat him/her. Don't be one of those parents who get in the way of being supportive.
-
Do not prevent your child from expressing their feelings and thoughts about suicide. Keep in mind that she may have this urge for things she can't express.
-
Reduce your expectations of her until the negative mood and suicidal thoughts subside. Focus as much as possible on supporting, not criticizing, and mentioning the qualities you like in her.
-
Do not stop the medication or therapy immediately because your child is in the process of recovery, because he/she is 'well'. The steps you will take without consulting your specialist can return you to your starting point.
-
Do not neglect to support the child, who is freed from negative feelings and thoughts, so that he can adapt to the social life he has been away from for a long time. If necessary, inform your family members, teacher, friends Without violating your child's privacy).
Read: 0
