Guest guest Posted January 5, 2006 Report Share Posted January 5, 2006 This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in Bedford, Indiana know that? http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist56.txt Columnist Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) Preventing teen suicide By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column January 5, 2006 The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide attempt in the past year. The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some factors increase the risk of suicide. The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict also are contributing factors. Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or drugs are also signs of concern. As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with someone who is suicidal. Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual that you don't understand the problems. Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from a mental health professional. While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the children in our own community. For more information, see the National Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. ++ Letter to the editor: tmnews@... ++ If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail line, please send a message to records@... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2006 Report Share Posted January 5, 2006 I forget, was this kid on anything? > > This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in Bedford, Indiana know that? > > http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist 56.txt > > > Columnist > Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) > Preventing teen suicide > By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column > January 5, 2006 > > > > The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. > > Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide attempt in the past year. > > The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some factors increase the risk of suicide. > > The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. > > Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict also are contributing factors. > > Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or drugs are also signs of concern. > > As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available > to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with someone who is suicidal. > > Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. > > Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual that you don't understand the problems. > > Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from a mental health professional. > > While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the children in our own community. For more information, see the National Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). > > Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. > > ++ > > Letter to the editor: tmnews@t... > > ++ > > If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail line, please send a message to > records@p... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. > > (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2006 Report Share Posted January 5, 2006 I forget, was this kid on anything? > > This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in Bedford, Indiana know that? > > http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist 56.txt > > > Columnist > Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) > Preventing teen suicide > By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column > January 5, 2006 > > > > The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. > > Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide attempt in the past year. > > The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some factors increase the risk of suicide. > > The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. > > Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict also are contributing factors. > > Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or drugs are also signs of concern. > > As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available > to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with someone who is suicidal. > > Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. > > Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual that you don't understand the problems. > > Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from a mental health professional. > > While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the children in our own community. For more information, see the National Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). > > Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. > > ++ > > Letter to the editor: tmnews@t... > > ++ > > If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail line, please send a message to > records@p... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. > > (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2006 Report Share Posted January 5, 2006 The toxicology reports are not yet in. He had a previous episode of an overdose with oxycodone and was hospitalized. Re: Letter Writers? > I forget, was this kid on anything? > > > > > > > > > > This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in > Bedford, Indiana know that? > > > > > http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist > 56.txt > > > > > > Columnist > > Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) > > Preventing teen suicide > > By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column > > January 5, 2006 > > > > > > > > The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of > Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. > > > > Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare > occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading > cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide > approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide > approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates > apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely > that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide > attempt in the past year. > > > > The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from > interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen > years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some > factors increase the risk of suicide. > > > > The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse > disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or > untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met > criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. > > > > Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to > other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing > with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or > perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict > also are contributing factors. > > > > Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of > suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, > boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or > frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or > drugs are also signs of concern. > > > > As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For > example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available > > to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment > facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The > Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on > an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify > youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for > suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering > suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with > someone who is suicidal. > > > > Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual > event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and > understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want > to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. > > > > Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do > not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not > cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought > of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to > keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on > the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them > to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual > that you don't understand the problems. > > > > Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means > for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get > help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from > a mental health professional. > > > > While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves > to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the > children in our own community. For more information, see the National > Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American > Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia > University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). > > > > Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for > Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. > > > > ++ > > > > Letter to the editor: tmnews@t... > > > > ++ > > > > If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail > line, please send a message to > > records@p... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. > > > > (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2006 Report Share Posted January 5, 2006 The toxicology reports are not yet in. He had a previous episode of an overdose with oxycodone and was hospitalized. Re: Letter Writers? > I forget, was this kid on anything? > > > > > > > > > > This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in > Bedford, Indiana know that? > > > > > http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist > 56.txt > > > > > > Columnist > > Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) > > Preventing teen suicide > > By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column > > January 5, 2006 > > > > > > > > The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of > Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. > > > > Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare > occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading > cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide > approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide > approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates > apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely > that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide > attempt in the past year. > > > > The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from > interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen > years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some > factors increase the risk of suicide. > > > > The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse > disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or > untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met > criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. > > > > Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to > other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing > with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or > perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict > also are contributing factors. > > > > Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of > suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, > boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or > frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or > drugs are also signs of concern. > > > > As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For > example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available > > to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment > facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The > Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on > an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify > youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for > suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering > suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with > someone who is suicidal. > > > > Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual > event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and > understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want > to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. > > > > Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do > not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not > cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought > of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to > keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on > the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them > to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual > that you don't understand the problems. > > > > Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means > for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get > help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from > a mental health professional. > > > > While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves > to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the > children in our own community. For more information, see the National > Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American > Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia > University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). > > > > Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for > Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. > > > > ++ > > > > Letter to the editor: tmnews@t... > > > > ++ > > > > If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail > line, please send a message to > > records@p... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. > > > > (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2006 Report Share Posted January 6, 2006 One report I read said that after he took too much oxycontin last fall, he stepped outside and told a deputy sheriff that he had tried to kill himself. After that he started " treatment " for emotional issues. With a family of privilege like the Dungy's, we may never know. The portion of the toxicology report released may only include information on whether he was on any " illicit " drugs and/or alcohol. Prescription drugs are not even always tested for, though with his history of OD'ing on Rx meds, maybe they will release the entire report. Terry Ken Kramer <datasearch@...> wrote: The toxicology reports are not yet in. He had a previous episode of an overdose with oxycodone and was hospitalized. Re: Letter Writers? > I forget, was this kid on anything? > > > > > > > > > > This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in > Bedford, Indiana know that? > > > > > http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist > 56.txt > > > > > > Columnist > > Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) > > Preventing teen suicide > > By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column > > January 5, 2006 > > > > > > > > The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of > Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. > > > > Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare > occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading > cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide > approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide > approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates > apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely > that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide > attempt in the past year. > > > > The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from > interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen > years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some > factors increase the risk of suicide. > > > > The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse > disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or > untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met > criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. > > > > Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to > other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing > with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or > perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict > also are contributing factors. > > > > Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of > suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, > boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or > frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or > drugs are also signs of concern. > > > > As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For > example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available > > to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment > facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The > Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on > an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify > youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for > suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering > suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with > someone who is suicidal. > > > > Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual > event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and > understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want > to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. > > > > Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do > not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not > cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought > of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to > keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on > the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them > to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual > that you don't understand the problems. > > > > Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means > for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get > help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from > a mental health professional. > > > > While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves > to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the > children in our own community. For more information, see the National > Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American > Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia > University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). > > > > Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for > Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. > > > > ++ > > > > Letter to the editor: tmnews@t... > > > > ++ > > > > If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail > line, please send a message to > > records@p... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. > > > > (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2006 Report Share Posted January 6, 2006 One report I read said that after he took too much oxycontin last fall, he stepped outside and told a deputy sheriff that he had tried to kill himself. After that he started " treatment " for emotional issues. With a family of privilege like the Dungy's, we may never know. The portion of the toxicology report released may only include information on whether he was on any " illicit " drugs and/or alcohol. Prescription drugs are not even always tested for, though with his history of OD'ing on Rx meds, maybe they will release the entire report. Terry Ken Kramer <datasearch@...> wrote: The toxicology reports are not yet in. He had a previous episode of an overdose with oxycodone and was hospitalized. Re: Letter Writers? > I forget, was this kid on anything? > > > > > > > > > > This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in > Bedford, Indiana know that? > > > > > http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist > 56.txt > > > > > > Columnist > > Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) > > Preventing teen suicide > > By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column > > January 5, 2006 > > > > > > > > The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of > Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. > > > > Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare > occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading > cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide > approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide > approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates > apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely > that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide > attempt in the past year. > > > > The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from > interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen > years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some > factors increase the risk of suicide. > > > > The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse > disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or > untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met > criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. > > > > Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to > other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing > with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or > perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict > also are contributing factors. > > > > Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of > suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, > boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or > frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or > drugs are also signs of concern. > > > > As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For > example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available > > to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment > facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The > Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on > an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify > youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for > suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering > suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with > someone who is suicidal. > > > > Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual > event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and > understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want > to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. > > > > Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do > not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not > cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought > of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to > keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on > the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them > to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual > that you don't understand the problems. > > > > Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means > for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get > help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from > a mental health professional. > > > > While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves > to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the > children in our own community. For more information, see the National > Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American > Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia > University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). > > > > Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for > Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. > > > > ++ > > > > Letter to the editor: tmnews@t... > > > > ++ > > > > If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail > line, please send a message to > > records@p... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. > > > > (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2006 Report Share Posted January 6, 2006 One report I read said that after he took too much oxycontin last fall, he stepped outside and told a deputy sheriff that he had tried to kill himself. After that he started " treatment " for emotional issues. With a family of privilege like the Dungy's, we may never know. The portion of the toxicology report released may only include information on whether he was on any " illicit " drugs and/or alcohol. Prescription drugs are not even always tested for, though with his history of OD'ing on Rx meds, maybe they will release the entire report. Terry Ken Kramer <datasearch@...> wrote: The toxicology reports are not yet in. He had a previous episode of an overdose with oxycodone and was hospitalized. Re: Letter Writers? > I forget, was this kid on anything? > > > > > > > > > > This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in > Bedford, Indiana know that? > > > > > http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist > 56.txt > > > > > > Columnist > > Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) > > Preventing teen suicide > > By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column > > January 5, 2006 > > > > > > > > The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of > Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. > > > > Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare > occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading > cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide > approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide > approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates > apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely > that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide > attempt in the past year. > > > > The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from > interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen > years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some > factors increase the risk of suicide. > > > > The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse > disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or > untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met > criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. > > > > Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to > other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing > with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or > perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict > also are contributing factors. > > > > Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of > suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, > boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or > frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or > drugs are also signs of concern. > > > > As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For > example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available > > to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment > facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The > Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on > an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify > youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for > suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering > suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with > someone who is suicidal. > > > > Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual > event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and > understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want > to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. > > > > Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do > not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not > cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought > of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to > keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on > the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them > to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual > that you don't understand the problems. > > > > Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means > for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get > help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from > a mental health professional. > > > > While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves > to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the > children in our own community. For more information, see the National > Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American > Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia > University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). > > > > Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for > Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. > > > > ++ > > > > Letter to the editor: tmnews@t... > > > > ++ > > > > If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail > line, please send a message to > > records@p... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. > > > > (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2006 Report Share Posted January 6, 2006 One report I read said that after he took too much oxycontin last fall, he stepped outside and told a deputy sheriff that he had tried to kill himself. After that he started " treatment " for emotional issues. With a family of privilege like the Dungy's, we may never know. The portion of the toxicology report released may only include information on whether he was on any " illicit " drugs and/or alcohol. Prescription drugs are not even always tested for, though with his history of OD'ing on Rx meds, maybe they will release the entire report. Terry Ken Kramer <datasearch@...> wrote: The toxicology reports are not yet in. He had a previous episode of an overdose with oxycodone and was hospitalized. Re: Letter Writers? > I forget, was this kid on anything? > > > > > > > > > > This psych is off his rocker. Can you please let the people in > Bedford, Indiana know that? > > > > > http://www.tmnews.com/articles/2006/01/05/sections/columnist/columnist > 56.txt > > > > > > Columnist > > Times-Mail (Bedford, Indiana) > > Preventing teen suicide > > By Dr. Dennis on, Guest column > > January 5, 2006 > > > > > > > > The recent death of Dungy, the 18-year-old son of > Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, was a shock to all of us. > > > > Many believe that suicide among young people is a relatively rare > occurrence. Unfortunately, it is not. Suicide is the third-leading > cause of death for teens in our country. Girls attempt suicide > approximately four times as often as boys, but boys complete suicide > approximately four times as often as do girls. If the national rates > apply to our community, in any high school classroom it is likely > that three students (one boy and two girls) have made a suicide > attempt in the past year. > > > > The reasons young people attempt suicide vary but most stem from > interpersonal conflict which, when we think back to our own teen > years, isn't too surprising. But regardless of the reason, some > factors increase the risk of suicide. > > > > The first is the presence of a mental health or substance abuse > disorder. Distressingly, these disorders are often undetected or > untreated. One study found that only 1.6 percent of teens who met > criteria for a mental disorder were already in treatment. > > > > Other factors that increase suicide risk include being exposed to > other suicidal behavior, recent personal stressors such as dealing > with sexual orientation, unplanned pregnancy and significant real or > perceived losses. Family instability and significant family conflict > also are contributing factors. > > > > Parents should be concerned about expressions of thoughts of > suicide, death, dying or the afterlife in the context of sadness, > boredom or hopelessness. Impulsive and aggressive behavior or > frequent expressions of rage, as well as increased use of alcohol or > drugs are also signs of concern. > > > > As a community we address these needs in a variety of ways. For > example, we have a wealth of mental health resources available > > to young people. The goal of developing a juvenile treatment > facility in Monroe County will help by treating kids locally. The > Center for Behavioral Health and Rhinos Youth Center are working on > an exciting project from Columbia University that will help identify > youth at risk of suicide. However, the first lines of defense for > suicide prevention are the people close to the person considering > suicide. Consider the following three steps to take when dealing with > someone who is suicidal. > > > > Learn: It is important to learn about suicide before the actual > event. This includes knowing the warning signs of suicide and > understanding that suicide is preventable. Most suicidal people want > to live - they are just unable to see alternatives to their problems. > > > > Listen: Talking to someone about suicide can be very helpful. Do > not be intimidated by the subject. Talking about suicide does not > cause someone to become suicidal. Consider asking, " Have you thought > of hurting yourself? " Do not ask why or act shocked. The goal is to > keep the line of communication open. Do not judge. Do not lecture on > the value of life. And though this may seem obvious, do not dare them > to do it. Do not offer glib reassurances. This shows the individual > that you don't understand the problems. > > > > Act: Do not be sworn to secrecy. Take action and remove the means > for the person to act. For example, take away pills, guns, etc. Get > help for the immediate problem and then help the person get help from > a mental health professional. > > > > While there is nothing we can do for Dungy, his death serves > to remind us of the work we need to do to save the lives of the > children in our own community. For more information, see the National > Institute for Mental Health Web site (www.nimh.gov), the American > Association of Suicidology (www.suicidology.org) and the Columbia > University Teen Screen Project (www.teenscreen.org). > > > > Dr. Dennis on is chief executive officer of the Center for > Behavioral Health, which has offices in Bedford. > > > > ++ > > > > Letter to the editor: tmnews@t... > > > > ++ > > > > If you would rather not receive the latest news via this e-mail > line, please send a message to > > records@p... with " UNSUBSCRIBE ME " in the subject line. > > > > (posted as a requirement under legal and contractual requirements) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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