Emotional support can help people come through a suicidal crisis. Talking and listening are effective ways of supporting a person with suicidal thoughts. Suicide can be a relief for the individual and for those closest to him or her. The effects of suicide should never be a trivialised. The loss of a loved one, especially a child, is the beginning of a nightmare.
Suicide leaves deep scars of loss, grief and guilt.
What Parents Can Do Talk to your child about suicide. Talking about suicide is the first step in trying to avoid it. Talking can break through the terrible isolation that a desperate teenager in pain is experiencing. Talk to your child about problems they may be facing and discuss ways you can help find solutions together. Make sure any weapons like guns are removed from your home and medicines are kept under lock and key.