What Triggers Suicide?

LOSS often triggers suicide!

• LOSS of important (key) relationships (Death, Separation, Divorce etc)
• LOSS of personal health, personal abilities and or other everyday functions
• LOSS of willingness or ability to withstand further emotional and physical pain. Including depression.
• LOSS of home. Family. Family unity, support, identity. Employment. Status. Property. Money. Personal Security
• LOSS of face. Reputation. Self-esteem. Good name. Respect.
• LOSS of Hope

WARNING SIGNS

• LOSS of interest in personal appearance
• LOSS of willingness to communicate
• LOSS or Diminished sexual appetite through to sexual promiscuity or LOSS of sexual reserve.
• LOSS of previous eating pattern.
• LOSS of interest in prior relationships
• LOSS of interest in previously loved activities
• LOSS of clear mindedness and/or ability to concentrate
• LOSS of previous sleep pattern.

• SYMPTOM Making a will
• SYMPTOM Putting affairs into order
• SYMPTOM Giving away prized possessions.
• SYMPTOM Abrupt changes in personality
• SYMPTOM Abuse of alcohol and/or drugs
• SYMPTOM Rebelliousness - reckless behaviour
• SYMPTOM Accident prone as a consequence of carelessness
• SYMPTOM Extreme or extended boredom
• SYMPTOM Violent warning signs
• SYMPTOM Inappropriately saying goodbye
• SYMPTOM Preoccupation with suicide and/or death 
• PREVIOUS SYMPTOMS Previous suicide attempts
• PREVIOUS SYMPTOMS Self inflicted injuries

WARNING Development of suicidal plan. Acquiring the means. Rehearsing and even setting the date.

CHARACTERISTIC TRAITS

Loneliness                              LOSS of acceptance

Sadness                                 LOSS of happiness

Withdrawal                            LOSS of willingness to mix

Irritability                               LOSS of patience

Anxiety                                  LOSS of peace of mind

Tiredness                               LOSS of energy

Indecisiveness                        LOSS of self confidence

Apathy                                   LOSS of interest

Low Self Esteem                      LOSS of self -esteem

Feelings of worthlessness         LOSS of self-worth

Shame                                   LOSS of self- respect

Guilt                                      LOSS of self - respect

Self Loathing                          LOSS of self- liking

Self Hatred                             LOSS of self- liking

Depression                             LOSS of self

Panic                                  LOSS of emotional well-being

Distress                                 LOSS of peace of mind

Powerlessness                 LOSS  of importance