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MIDLIFE SUICIDE:
During the middle years of life, suicide or attempt can occur in response to a something a person views as overwhelming. These include serious physical illness, unemployment, dissatisfaction at work or financial problems. Dependence on alcohol and drugs is often the result of most people as a way of coping with their feelings or situations.

MIDLIFE SUICIDE:
During the middle years of life, suicide or attempt can occur in response to a something a person views as overwhelming. These include serious physical illness, unemployment, dissatisfaction at work or financial problems. Dependence on alcohol and drugs is often the result of most people as a way of coping with their feelings or situations.
SUICIDE IN OLDER ADULTS:
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 http://www.agingwellmag.com/news/exclusive_03.shtml
http://www.agingwellmag.com/news/exclusive_03.shtml
The elderly who attempt to commit suicide don’t only do so at a greater rate than any other age group in society, but are more likely to die from the attempt than any other age group. There are many reasons which make them determined to end their lives such as failing physical and mental health, anxiety, stressful life events and for some, the inability to adjust to an advanced, fast paced lifestyle. Interpersonal relations are also a major reason for depression in older adults. A sense of worthlessness manifests, because they feel more of a burden than a contributing member of a family or society and end up in nursing homes where they feel rejected, isolated and often neglected. All of these issues lead to severe depression, which eventually drives the elderly to suicide. However, some may believe that they have led a fruitful and full life and they consider suicide, because they do not want to continue living in physical and psychological pain. Family interaction, community support and physical activity are present for those older adults who say they have not and will not attempt suicide.
GENDER:
anyone else.
For Symptoms:
Giving away belongings, taking about going away or the need to "get one's affairs in order"
Difficulty in concentrating or thinking clearly
Sudden change in behavior, especially calmness after a period of anxiety
Loss of interest in activities that were previously enjoyable
Performing self-destructive behaviors, such as drinking alcohol, using illegal drugs, or cutting
Sudden difficulty in school or work performance
Talking about death or suicide, stating the desire to harm themselves or suicide note
Talking about feeling hopeless or guilty or dont believe anything can help them
Unusual changes in sleep or eating habits
Withdrawal from friends or an unwillingness to go out anywhere
For more information on suicide,suicide prevention, or trying to help a loved one, visit
www.save.org

For For information on services within
Canadian Mental Health Association
{http://www.ementalhealth.ca/images/houseIcon.gif} 39 High Street

MIDLIFE SUICIDE:
During the middle years of life, suicide or attempt can occur in response to a something a person views as overwhelming. These include serious physical illness, unemployment, dissatisfaction at work or financial problems. Dependence on alcohol and drugs is often the result of most people as a way of coping with their feelings or situations.
SUICIDE IN OLDER ADULTS:
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The elderly who attempt to commit suicide don’t only do so at a greater rate than any other age group in society, but are more likely to die from the attempt than any other age group. There are many reasons which make them determined to end their lives such as failing physical and mental health, anxiety, stressful life events and for some, the inability to adjust to an advanced, fast paced lifestyle. Interpersonal relations are also a major reason for depression in older adults. A sense of worthlessness manifests, because they feel more of a burden than a contributing member of a family or society and end up in nursing homes where they feel rejected, isolated and often neglected. All of these issues lead to severe depression, which eventually drives the elderly to suicide. However, some may believe that they have led a fruitful and full life and they consider suicide, because they do not want to continue living in physical and psychological pain. Family interaction, community support and physical activity are present for those older adults who say they have not and will not attempt suicide.

GENDER:GENDER:
Women seek help. They share their experiences with friends, family and more likely to talk about their problems with doctors whereas men don’t reach out as much. Studies of suicide consistently show that men of all ages are at higher risk for suicide than women. This is also true for men of all races. They are at least 3 times more likely that women to attempt or end their lives and this ratio increases as people age. Also, suicide rates have increased significantly for both young and older men over the past 25 years. Women tend to be more emotional and will consider not just her own feelings but also the feelings of others like her family and children and how those people will be affected by a decision like suicide. A man is less likely to take these things into account and when he makes decisions about himself doesn't feel the need to share it with anyone else.
suicide, visit www.save.org
www.save.org

For services within Simcoe County, visit:

MIDLIFE SUICIDE:
or situations.
Research shows many people between the ages of 35 and 50 are known to go through mid life crisis, which is an emotional condition that has a lot to do with the fear or dislike of aging. A mid life crisis may be triggered by certain conditions such as an unhappy marriage, emotional trauma or guilty feelings, death of a loved one or simply that they are getting older. Perhaps the realization that their lives are half over at this point and they should have achieved more may lead to anxiety and depression. Suicidal behaviours are linked to mental and emotional conditions such as depression and 90% of all suicides are related to mood disorders or other psychiatric illnesses.
Social isolation is also named as a cause for suicide especially with technology, long work hours, the amount of time commuting or in traffic decreasing social contact. One quarter of Americans claim to have no social support at all, that is no one they can really confide in. Social isolation is a huge risk factor to depression and mental illness. It also increases vulnerability to various forms of addiction. There are many support systems for teenagers and for the elderly but not many for the middle aged which is where the bulk of the burden from suicide lies.
SUICIDE IN OLDER ADULTS:
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 http://www.agingwellmag.com/news/exclusive_03.shtml
http://www.agingwellmag.com/news/exclusive_03.shtml
The elderly who attempt to commit suicide don’t only do so at a greater rate than any other age group in society, but are more likely to die from the attempt than any other age group. There are many reasons which make them determined to end their lives such as failing physical and mental health, anxiety, stressful life events and for some, the inability to adjust to an advanced, fast paced lifestyle. Interpersonal relations are also a major reason for depression in older adults. A sense of worthlessness manifests, because they feel more of a burden than a contributing member of a family or society and end up in nursing homes where they feel rejected, isolated and often neglected. All of these issues lead to severe depression, which eventually drives the elderly to suicide. However, some may believe that they have led a fruitful and full life and they consider suicide, because they do not want to continue living in physical and psychological pain. Family interaction, community support and physical activity are present for those older adults who say they have not and will not attempt suicide.

GENDER:
Women seek help. They share their experiences with friends, family and more likely to talk about their problems with doctors whereas men don’t reach out as much. Studies of suicide consistently show that men of all ages are at higher risk for suicide than women. This is also true for men of all races. They are at least 3 times more likely that women to attempt or end their lives and this ratio increases as people age. Also, suicide rates have increased significantly for both young and older men over the past 25 years. Women tend to be more emotional and will consider not just her own feelings but also the feelings of others like her family and children and how those people will be affected by a decision like suicide. A man is less likely to take these things into account and when he makes decisions about himself doesn't feel the need to share it with anyone else.
For more information on suicide, visit www.save.org

MIDLIFE SUICIDE:
During the middle years of life, suicide or attempt can occur in response to a something a person views as overwhelming. These include serious physical illness, unemployment, dissatisfaction at work or financial problems. Dependence on alcohol and drugs is often the result of most people as a way of coping with their feelings or situations.
Research shows many people between the ages of 35 and 50 are known to go through mid life crisis, which is an emotional condition that has a lot to do with the fear or dislike of aging. A mid life crisis may be triggered by certain conditions such as an unhappy marriage, emotional trauma or guilty feelings, death of a loved one or simply that they are getting older. Perhaps the realization that their lives are half over at this point and they should have achieved more may lead to anxiety and depression. Suicidal behaviours are linked to mental and emotional conditions such as depression and 90% of all suicides are related to mood disorders or other psychiatric illnesses.
Social isolation is also named as a cause for suicide especially with technology, long work hours, the amount of time commuting or in traffic decreasing social contact. One quarter of Americans claim to have no social support at all, that is no one they can really confide in. Social isolation is a huge risk factor to depression and mental illness. It also increases vulnerability to various forms of addiction. There are many support systems for teenagers and for the elderly but not many for the middle aged which is where the bulk of the burden from suicide lies.
SUICIDE IN OLDER ADULTS:
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 http://www.agingwellmag.com/news/exclusive_03.shtml
The elderly who attempt to commit suicide don’t only do so at a greater rate than any other age group in society, but are more likely to die from the attempt than any other age group. There are many reasons which make them determined to end their lives such as failing physical and mental health, anxiety, stressful life events and for some, the inability to adjust to an advanced, fast paced lifestyle. Interpersonal relations are also a major reason for depression in older adults. A sense of worthlessness manifests, because they feel more of a burden than a contributing member of a family or society and end up in nursing homes where they feel rejected, isolated and often neglected. All of these issues lead to severe depression, which eventually drives the elderly to suicide. However, some may believe that they have led a fruitful and full life and they consider suicide, because they do not want to continue living in physical and psychological pain. Family interaction, community support and physical activity are present for those older adults who say they have not and will not attempt suicide.

http://www.helpguide.org/mental/suicide_prevention.htm
GENDER:
Women seek help. They share their experiences with friends, family and more likely to talk about their problems with doctors whereas men don’t reach out as much. Studies of suicide consistently show that men of all ages are at higher risk for suicide than women. This is also true for men of all races. They are at least 3 times more likely that women to attempt or end their lives and this ratio increases as people age. Also, suicide rates have increased significantly for both young and older men over the past 25 years. Women tend to be more emotional and will consider not just her own feelings but also the feelings of others like her family and children and how those people will be affected by a decision like suicide. A man is less likely to take these things into account and when he makes decisions about himself doesn't feel the need to share it with anyone else.
For more information on suicide, visit www.save.org

For services within Simcoe County, visit:
Canadian Mental Health Association
{http://www.ementalhealth.ca/images/houseIcon.gif} 39 High Street
Barrie, ON, L4N 1W2
{http://www.ementalhealth.ca/images/mouseIcon.gif} www.cmhasim.on.ca

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBUOoQk0hhU
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/bipolar-disorder/complete-index.shtml#pub6
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BA5GUsZ3q7s

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a type of biological therapy that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain and is mostly used for treatment of depression. This method is one of the newer brain stimulation methods that are used when the individual is unresponsive to other therapy. A large electromagnetic coil is placed close to the forehead and creates a painless electric current that stimulates the nerve cells to the area of the brain that deals with mood regulation (http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/transcranial-magnetic-stimulation/MY00185)
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BA5GUsZ3q7s)
Phototherapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder
Phototherapy or light therapy is another biological treatment for mood disorders that consists of sitting or working close to an apparatus called a light therapy box. This light therapy box emits a light that is similar to natural outdoor light. This therapy causes biochemical changes in the brain that can help to reduce or eliminate symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. Improvements have been seen with this type of therapy within one week of the beginning of treatment. There are fewer side effects with phototherapy and requires approximately 15-30 minutes per session (daily). (http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/light-therapy/MY00195)

Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Interpersonal psychotherapy is a short term form of psychological treatment that was originally used to treat individuals who suffered from depression. In the past two decades, this type of therapy has been studied in many research protocols. It has been shown effective in treating individuals with depression, and also has been adjusted to treat other disorders such as bulimia and substance abuse. For the most part, it has been used as an acute method of therapy (approximately 16 weeks), but can also be modified for maintenance therapy intervals for individuals with recurrent depression (http://www.apa.org/divisions/div12/rev_est/ipt_depr.html).
Prevention

http://www.apa.org/divisions/div12/rev_est/ipt_depr.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBUOoQk0hhU
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/bipolar-disorder/complete-index.shtml#pub6