One of the main reasons that children become violent is because they are exposed to violence in their own homes, whether it is directed towards them or towards others. Abusive home and violent neighborhoods are stronger predictors of adult violent behavior than violence in the media, Most abusive perents were physically or sexally abused as children. Violent children are most likely to come from abusive homes and or neighborhoods.
Most teens who attempt or commit suicide have a mental health condition or substance abuse problem. As a result, they have trouble coping with the stress of being a teen, such as dealing with rejection. Failure, breaking ups and family turmoil. They might also be unable to see that they turn their lives around and that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem.
WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS FOR TEEN SUICIDE ?
Factors that increase the risk of teen suicide include:
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Having a psychiatric disorder, such as depression.
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A history of suicide attempts or a family history of suicidal behavior.
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Family history of mood disorder.
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A history of physical or sexual abuse.
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Exposure to violence, such as being injured or threatened with a weapen.
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Access of means, such as fire arms.
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Loss of conflict with close friends or family members.
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Use of Alcohol or drugs.
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Become pregnant.
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Exposure to suicide
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Use of antidepressants might increase suicide risk in children, adolescents and young adult.
WARNING SIGNS OF TEEN SUICIDE MIGHT INCLUDE :
Talking about or hinting at suicide - for example making statements such as :-
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I am going to kill myself.
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I won’t be a problem for you much longer
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Talking about or writing about death
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Increased use of Alcohol or drugs
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Feeling purposeless or hopeless
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Withdrawing from social contact
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Mood swing
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Changing normal routine, including eating or sleeping patterns
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Acting recklessly or aggressively
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Giving away belongings or getting affairs in order when there is no other logical explanation or why this is being done
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Developing personality changes or being severely anxious or agitated
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Unexplained cuts or burns cause by self injury.
HOW TO PREVENT TEEN SUICIDE ?
You can take steps to help protect your teen for Example-
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Address depression or anxiety. Don’t wait for your teen to come to you with the problem,
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Pay attention. Listen to what your child is saying and watch how he or she acting
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Share your feeling. Make sure your teen realize that everyone feel sad sometimes including you see that things will get better.
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Discourage Isolation. Encourage your teen to spend time with friends and family rather than alone if they say no, however, don’t push
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Encourage Physical activity. Even light physical activity can help to reduce depression symptoms.
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Support the treatment plans. Help your teen to follow his or her doctor’s recommendations. Help them rebuild confidence.
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Seek an expert to guidance. Don’t wait for your teen to come to you with his or her problems. If your teen is sad, anxious or appears to be struggling, ask what’s wrong and offer your help.
