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Understanding Depression and Suicide

Although depression and suicide are often related, not all depressed people are suicidal and not all suicidal people are depressed. However, the symptoms of depression may provide some ways of recognizing a person at risk.

It is important to remember that the symptoms of depression may also include acting out behaviors. Often these behaviors can prove so disruptive that the underlying depression and potential for suicide are ignored.

		Symptoms and Signs of Depression

		Suicide: Common Warning Signs Although individual motives for suicide vary, there are some common warning signs. These signs may indicate that someone is at risk or is having personal, family or school problems.

		Some Myths and Truths about Suicide

		You Can Help

		Suicide Intervention: Who Can Help?

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Understanding Depression and Suicide