心理健康系列

父母需要了解的预防自杀知识

在这节课中,家长将了解自杀的动态,包括其根本原因、警示信号和适当的应对措施。我们将探讨应该说什么、不应该说什么,以及有自杀倾向的人可以去哪里寻求帮助。

通过坦诚和移情地处理自杀问题,家长可以缓解自杀意念,并引导孩子获得适当的支持和干预。坚定不移的支持和理解对于帮助孩子应对生活中的挑战至关重要。

Key Takeaways for Parents

1

了解自杀意念

Recognizing the signs of suicide ideation, which may range from thoughts of being a burden to contemplating methods of self-harm, is essential for early intervention.
2

前额叶皮层的发育

Understanding that brain development continues into the mid-20s emphasizes the need for proactive parental involvement, as individuals may not always recognize or articulate their struggles.
3

积极主动的方法

Instead of waiting for individuals to seek help, actively reach out to provide support and assistance. Initiating conversations about mental health can be empowering and life-saving.

4

家庭就是希望

Amidst challenges, maintaining hope within the family unit is crucial. Parents and caregivers play a pivotal role in instilling hope and preventing suicide.
5

点对点支持

Programs like Hope Squad, which facilitate peer-to-peer support in schools, highlight the importance of adolescents talking to each other about mental health issues.
6

影响力的转变

Recognize that during the middle school years, friends may have a significant influence on children, sometimes more than family. Understanding this shift can help parents support their children effectively.
7

建设复原力

Allowing children to experience and learn from failures fosters resilience, which is crucial for mental well-being. Parents should resist the urge to constantly rescue their children from challenges.
8

警示信号

Parents should be vigilant for both situational and behavioral warning signs of suicide risk, such as changes in behavior, academic performance, and emotional expressions.

9

有效沟通

When addressing suicidal thoughts or emotions, it's important to listen without judgment, validate feelings, and encourage open dialogue. Avoid dismissive statements and instead offer support, empathy, and hope.

What to Say, What NOT to Say, and Resources

研究表明,讨论自杀并不会让人产生自杀的念头。相反,正确的谈话有助于减少自杀念头。

不该说的话

  • "你不是真心的你不是真的想死"
  • "自杀太自私了"
  • "事情可能会更糟。没那么糟"
    "别再想了"


该说的话和该做的事

  • 保持冷静 - 不要试图解决问题。
  • Don’t Interrupt. Listen. Say two words for every hundred words your child says.
  • Respond like a friend would, say “Tell me more. I am here for you. I am listening…”
  • 肯定和鼓励,比如说 "我相信这对你来说真的很痛苦"。
  • 提出问题。你不会让他们产生自杀的念头。他们已经有了自杀的念头。


获得帮助的途径

  • 988,自杀和危机生命热线,全天候呼叫、发短信或聊天
  • 1-800-273-TALK(8255),全国预防自杀生命热线
  • 741741,危机短信热线,通过短信提供全天候心理健康支持
  • 全国心理健康联盟帮助热线(National Alliance on Mental Health HelpLine),每周五,东部时间上午 10 点至晚上 10 点