September 10: World Suicide Prevention Day

According to World Health Organization (WHO), every 40 seconds one person dies from suicide. (Check the WHO Press Release [Here])

“Imagine that a beloved one has suicidal thoughts. They are not joking; they will attempt suicide; they will succeed or they will fail; they will even try many times.

Firstly, you will surely panic

You will be paralyzed by fear and denial. But immediately after, you will be aware that your console and cheer can play a vital part to stop them.

You own life will be catastrophically interrupted; but it doesn’t matter; their breath is your air to keep you alive yourself

Secondly, you will be broken down

But you will reach resilience, learning how to cope with both struggles.

You will be their hope and strength

Please take them seriously and reach out a healthcare professional, a family member, a friend or call the Lebanese Suicide Prevention Hotline, Embrace: 1564.

Don’t hesitate to ask for help

Check the visual [ Here] provided by Dr Danielle Johnson, Psychiatrist