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Teen Suicide and Suicide Ideation is serious. At
risk teens feel so desperate.
Most do not actually complete suicide, however
certainly have very strong thoughts and feelings about it. Suicide Ideation
needs to be addressed immediately. There can be so many factors leading up to
this. School peers (teen peer pressure) can be brutal without even knowing it.
A teen can feel alienated from their family and friends when they are suffering
from depression and low self esteem. Many times their pain is masked and it is
hard to determine what a teen is thinking or feeling.
A person can say something innocent and the teen
takes it completely out of context. The feeling of rejection, either by a
boyfriend/girlfriend or their own peers can be devastating to a teen. The teen
most likely, lacks the self- esteem and confidence to realize they are special
and important. When this happens the teen can experience feelings of depression
and can lead to harmful thoughts.
Sometimes we have seen a family going through some
very difficult times whether it is financial or marital issues; the child
actually takes on the blame and the guilt without realizing these adult problems
are not related to them. This can be so overwhelming to a child and they feel at
a loss; the weight of the burden of the family on their minds can be
overwhelming with emotions.
If you suspect your child is suicidal, please get
help immediately. They may need a residential program, again one that offers
positive peer culture and can offer the help they need. They need to build up
their character to a higher sense of self worth. Suicidal Ideation is to be
taken extremely seriously. As a parent, reach out for help, there are many
people willing to listen and guide you. Please refer to
www.fisponline.org for more vital information on Suicide.
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