I'm doing a report and i need a good thesis about suicide. please help?
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Thesis Statement:\n\nI used Yahoo! Answers for a report. Thousands of mischeivous people like the person that gave me this thesis could tell me all sorts of crap. Suicide is great for the environment.\n\n<BACK THIS UP WITH REASONS>
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i wouldn't recommend putting pics of teens who have committed suicide.  but, grieving parents, tombstones, um, maybe a knife, gun, rope, etc.  There's a foundation to help overcome suicide, yellow ribbon (or something like that), that might be something to consider.  i put a great pic website in the source box thingy.  it has some really cool stuff.
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http://www.daylon.com/counseling/\n\n\nthere's a paper I wrote.... enjoy.
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Occurrence:\n\nMost popular press articles suggest a link between the winter holidays and suicides (Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania 2003). However, this claim is just a myth. In fact, suicide rates in the United States are lowest in the winter and highest in the spring (CDC 1985, McCleary et al. 1991, Warren et al. 1983). \nSuicide took the lives of 30,622 people in 2001 (CDC 2004). \nSuicide rates are generally higher than the national average in the western states and lower in the eastern and midwestern states (CDC 1997). \nIn 2002, 132,353 individuals were hospitalized following suicide attempts; 116,639 were treated in emergency departments and released (CDC 2004). \nIn 2001, 55% of suicides were committed with a firearm (Anderson and Smith 2003).\n  \nGroups At Risk:\n\nMales\n\nSuicide is the eighth leading cause of death for all U.S. men (Anderson and Smith 2003). \nMales are four times more likely to die from suicide than females (CDC 2004). \nSuicide rates are highest among Whites and second highest among American Indian and Native Alaskan men (CDC 2004). \nOf the 24,672 suicide deaths reported among men in 2001, 60% involved the use of a firearm (Anderson and Smith 2003). \n\nFemales\n\nWomen report attempting suicide during their lifetime about three times as often as men (Krug et al. 2002). \nYouth\nThe overall rate of suicide among youth has declined slowly since 1992 (Lubell, Swahn, Crosby, and Kegler 2004). However, rates remain unacceptably high. Adolescents and young adults often experience stress, confusion, and depression from situations occurring in their families, schools, and communities. Such feelings can overwhelm young people and lead them to consider suicide as a “solution.” Few schools and communities have suicide prevention plans that include screening, referral, and crisis intervention programs for youth.\n\nSuicide is the third leading cause of death among young people ages 15 to 24. In 2001, 3,971 suicides were reported in this group (Anderson and Smith 2003). \nOf the total number of suicides among ages 15 to 24 in 2001, 86% (n=3,409) were male and 14% (n=562) were female (Anderson and Smith 2003). \n\nAmerican Indian and Alaskan Natives have the highest rate of suicide in the 15 to 24 age group (CDC 2004). \nIn 2001, firearms were used in 54% of youth suicides (Anderson and Smith 2003).\n \nThe Elderly\n\nSuicide rates increase with age and are very high among those 65 years and older. Most elderly suicide victims are seen by their primary care provider a few weeks prior to their suicide attempt and diagnosed with their first episode of mild to moderate depression (DHHS 1999). Older adults who are suicidal are also more likely to be suffering from physical illnesses and be divorced or widowed (DHHS 1999; Carney et al. 1994; Dorpat et al. 1968).\n\nIn 2001, 5,393 Americans over age 65 committed suicide. Of those, 85% (n=4,589) were men and 15% (n=804) were women (CDC 2004). \nFirearms were used in 73% of suicides committed by adults over the age of 65 in 2001 (CDC 2004). \n \nRisk Factors:\n\nThe first step in preventing suicide is to identify and understand the risk factors. A risk factor is anything that increases the likelihood that persons will harm themselves. However, risk factors are not necessarily causes. Research has identified the following risk factors for suicide (DHHS 1999):\n\nPrevious suicide attempt(s) \nHistory of mental disorders, particularly depression \nHistory of alcohol and substance abuse \nFamily history of suicide \nFamily history of child maltreatment \nFeelings of hopelessness \nImpulsive or aggressive tendencies \nBarriers to accessing mental health treatment \nLoss (relational, social, work, or financial) \nPhysical illness \nEasy access to lethal methods \nUnwillingness to seek help because of the stigma attached to mental health and substance abuse disorders or suicidal thoughts \nCultural and religious beliefs—for instance,
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Go to: www.findarticles.com\nEnter: assisted suicide\n\nI came up with more than 1900 articles when I did this search.
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Ever read The Virgin Suicides by Jeffrey Eugenides? It's such a good book. If you haven't read it yet, you really should! \n\nFirst Sentence:\nOn the morning the last Lisbon daughter took her turn at suicide-it was Mary this time, and sleeping pills, like Therese-the two paramedics arrived at the house knowing exactly where the knife drawer was, and the gas oven, and the beam in the basement from which it was possible to tie a rope
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try looking on the Suicide Girls website
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Adolescent suicide is an interesting topic. Just about every teenager I know has either considered it as an option or tried it. Many have friends who have succeeded.
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none!!!There is no **best** way. Suicide is a long-term solution to a short-term problem!!! All problems/solutions can be resolved but suicide cannot be reversed. Therapy,medication,etc. are all available.  Remember, God said, "Lean not on YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING". Tough times pass and beautiful days appear. If this was your personal question, I have you in my prayers at this very moment.  Please call a hotline or a close friend.  All things pass...and they get better, and sometimes bad...but,remember, when you're down, there-s only one way you can go....AND THAT'S UP!!!! God Bless YOU!!!!
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Global warming, the impact of technology on society, great works of literature, space exploration, psychology, comparing and contrasting cultures or religions, philosophy, the 'American Dream', animal testing, Shakespeare, fast food and how convenience has affected society, English vs. American authors, mental illness and how it should be treated, fair trade, corporations such as Wal-Mart and how they impact small business, World War II, terrorism and fear in society, nuclear weapons, North Korea... etc.\n\nJust pick anything that you can write a good thesis about and be able to research easily. :)
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I have been dealing with it for about 2 half years and just recently told somebody that I trusted about it.  I cried after I told him because it felt so good to not have to hide it anymore.  I got to the point where I was thinking about suicide.   Talk therapy helped me the most.  And try thinking positivly toward life.  Laughing helped me as well. Watch something funny, tell jokes or stupid stories.  \n\nI hope this will inspire you in someway.\nFrom a well wisher.
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http://lang.presstelegram.com/projects/suicide/part2_stats3_age.asp
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Remember the topic is just there for no reason. Your research paper is valuated NOT for the information you give. But the veracity and usefullness for the topic. Also the way you structure your research paper.\n\nIf I were to write about this topic this is how I would structure it.\n\n1.Definition/Interpretation\n2.History (as earliest recorded cases )\n3.Reference of suicide from Animal kingdom (This to show its part of the genes)\n4.Phsychological analysis of Suicide (Some clinical references etc.)\n\nThis is where you take a stand on the subject. That is you should say "Suicide is Foolish"\n\n5.Writer's opinion on the topic with explanation\n  You can talk about why one should not commit suicide\n6.Conclusion\n  Give references to Counselling agencies, numbers etc.\n\nHope it helps\n\n.:Fishie:.
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Get some help:\n\nCall some on this list that can help you!\nIf you kill yourself, your dead.  Then nobody can help you, you can't even help yourself.  My brother committed suicide.  Not the best option!\n\nSuicide: Don't let despair obscure other options\nDespair and hopelessness may lead you to think about suicide. But you have other options, from weathering an immediate crisis to creating a long-term safety plan.\n\nWhen life doesn't seem worth living anymore or your problems seem insurmountable, you may think that the only way to find relief is through suicide.\n\nYou might not believe it, but you do have other options — options to stay alive and feel better about your life. Maybe you think you've already tried them all and now you've had enough. Or maybe you think your family and friends would be better off without you.\n\nIt's OK to feel bad, but try to separate your emotions from your actions for the moment. Realize that depression, other mental disorders or long-lasting despair can distort your perceptions and impair your ability to make sound decisions. Suicidal feelings are the result of treatable illnesses. So try to act as if there are other options, even if you may not see them right now.\n\nNo, it probably won't be easy. You may not feel better overnight. Eventually, though, the sense of hopelessness can lift. You can find support, appropriate treatment and reasons for living.\nWhen you need immediate help for thoughts of suicide\n\nIf you're considering suicide right now and have the means available, talk to someone first. The best choice is to call 911 or your local emergency services number.\n\nIf you simply don't want to do that, for whatever reason, you have other choices for reaching out to someone:\n\n    * Contact a family member or friend\n    * Contact a doctor, mental health professional or other health care professional\n    * Contact a minister, spiritual leader or someone in your faith community\n    * Go to your local hospital emergency room\n    * Call a crisis center or hot line\n\nCrisis centers or suicide hot lines are often listed in the front of your phone book or on the Internet. They generally offer trained counselors — usually volunteers — who can help you through an immediate crisis. Some crisis centers with an Internet presence offer e-mail contact, but remember that responses may not be as prompt as they are with telephone support.\n\nTalking to someone about your feelings — connecting with someone — can help relieve the burden of despair and isolation, even if just temporarily. It may help you shift perspective and more clearly see that you have options beyond suicide.\nDaily coping strategies to manage thoughts of suicide\n\nYou may struggle with suicidal feelings frequently, perhaps many times a day. Develop a strategy to cope with those feelings in a healthy way. Consider asking a doctor, family member or friend to help create a strategy tailored to your specific situation.\n\n\nThat strategy may mean doing things you don't feel like doing, such as talking to friends when you'd rather hole up in your bedroom all day with the curtains drawn. Or it may mean going to the hospital for a mental health evaluation. But stick to your strategy, especially when you're in the grips of despair and hopelessness.\n\nAs part of your strategy, consider these measures:\n\n    * Keep a list of contact names and numbers readily available, including doctors, therapists and crisis centers.\n    * If your suicide plans include taking an overdose, give your medications to someone who can safeguard them for you and help you take them appropriately.\n    * Rid your home of knives, guns, razors or other weapons you may consider using for self-destructive purposes.\n    * Schedule daily activities for yourself that have brought you even small pleasure in the past, such as taking a walk, listening to music, watching a funny movie, knitting or visiting a
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Suicide is a sad and tragic ending to a beautiful life. Obviously if you are thinking about suicide you must not feel like you have anything left to live for. Most of us have felt that way at some time in our life. Such thoughts as: I would be better off dead, everyone would be better off without me, I wish God would just take me home, are all common feelings that people occasionally get when they are tired and discouraged about the pressures and problems of life. \n\nOne friend told me of his suicide attempt.  He was so depressed and discouraged that he went out in the woods with a gun to end his life. Just as he was about to take his life a large snake crawled right between his legs. It made him think of Satan, since he is referred to as that old serpent the Devil. Well my friend concluded that Satan was trying to trick him into taking his life. So he stopped and said no, I am not going to let the Devil beat me. He got some counsel. Then he turned his life over to the Lord. He has been doing much better ever since. That was over 20 years ago. \n\nOne woman, who was in a similar predicament, also got some counseling. Afterward she came to this conclusion, I don't need to die because someone already died for me. Jesus Christ took all the horrible things about my life and put them on himself when he took my place on the cross. He died as me on that cross, to put an end to that old wretched life of mine once and for all. In fact, I have already died with Christ. I just needed to give up my life to Him and accept His death on the cross for me. Then by faith I received Christ into my life. He came in and gave a brand new life.  I was able to start all over with His indwelling presence and power to sustain me. Now she said I have such peace and rest that I can even sleep good at night without worry or fear.\n\nDo like these people did. Talk to someone and get some counsel. If you are being mistreated in an illegal manner then you must go to the police authorities. Recognize that Jesus Christ died to free YOU from the sinful effects of your past. Receive Him into your life so He can forgive you and give you a new life. Then you can start over with His life within you. Jesus Christ will take care of you if you will let Him. You have much to live for so hang in there!
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Maybe you can check into the new information that suicide attempts are actually caused by illness.  There was a report in the science news that it is actually a chemical imbalance that causes a person to want to kill themselves. You could research that as opposed to people thinking it is a moral issue and that people are being selfish by killing themselves.  Speaking from experience..  I had a suicide attempt from being very depressed from unrelived chronic pain and depression caused from that.  It was not due to selfishness.  I just wanted out of the pain and could find no other way even tho I was taking medication and going to a psychologists.  You could also do a thesis on unrelieved chronic pain and suicide.  There is  a ton of info about this and it is a horrible thing to have.  Good luck hon
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Suicide is no joke. I would tell his parents or close relatives/friends. If they don't do something about it, you yourself have every right to call a pscyh facility and report it and have him evaluated.