by Eloise Prinsloo | Sep 2, 2024 | Suicide Prevention
Suicide prevention starts with identifying the warning signs and taking them seriously. If someone is suicidal, there’s a lot you can do to help save a life. Suicide is an extreme attempt to escape suffering that has become intolerable. Deceived by feelings of...
by Eloise Prinsloo | Feb 2, 2021 | Suicide Prevention
During times of extreme stress, people may have thoughts of suicide. Suicide is preventable, and help is available. Asking the following questions will help you to determine if your friend or family member is in immediate danger and requires the needed...
by Admin | Mar 14, 2019 | Suicide Prevention, Teen Mental Health
Should we be worried? In South Africa, the death rate among young people is higher than ever, with 9,5% of all teen deaths being caused by suicide, and 20% of high school students attempting suicide. Who’s at risk? Among teenagers, suicide attempts may be associated...