2.+Bipolar+Disorder+and+Suicide

Many studies have shown that people suffering from bipolar disorder have a much higher risk of committing suicide. “Studies have shown that 25 to 50 percent of people with bipolar disorder (manic depression) attempt suicide.” (Caruso K., 2007). “It is the third leading cause of death among people aged 15-24 years…” (P., Long, 2007). The numbers and facts that have been brought forth by these collections of research are very alarming, and so it is quite apparent that more work needs to be done in treating this mental illness. If treatment of bipolar disorder; along with other mood disorders for that matter, can be more focused on then there is definitely an opportunity to diminish these absurd rates of suicide among sufferers.
 * __Bipolar Disorder and Suicide: __**
 * //__Dealing with Suicide Risk (Courtesy of Bipolar.com, 2009):__// **
 * If the person: ** ||
 * Here are things that may help: ** ||
 * * Seems to feel hopeless or thinks that things will not get better
 * Talks about being a problem for others
 * Does risky things
 * Will not talk to others and wants to be alone
 * Talks about suicide or wanting to die
 * Talks about ways to kill himself or herself
 * Drinks too much alcohol or uses street drugs
 * Suddenly gets things in order (like a will) or gives things away
 * Writes a suicide note || * Ask what the person is thinking. Be direct.
 * Listen to the person; show you care about his or her feelings.
 * Remind the person that help is available
 * Make sure the person takes his or her medicine on a regular basis.
 * Be sure the person is not alone when depression seems severe.
 * Keep guns, knives, and medicines in a safe place.
 * Call a healthcare provider or others trained to help.
 * Call the National Hopeline Network at 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433). ||
 * Call the National Hopeline Network at 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433). ||