suicide
Pronunciation: [ˈsuːɪsaɪd]
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Context: "mental health"
(noun) when someone decides to end their own life. It’s a very serious issue that affects many people and often comes from feeling a lot of pain or sadness.
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People can find help and support to prevent suicide and live fulfilling lives.
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It's heartbreaking to see that suicide statistics are rising in many communities.
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What resources are available to help someone who is feeling suicidal?
Context: "mental health"
(verb) to take one's own life. It describes the act of a person harming themselves to the point of death. It’s important to talk about this to help those in need.
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We should focus on spreading awareness to prevent people from considering suicide.
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It’s not okay to think about suicide as a solution to problems.
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What should someone do if they are thinking about suicide?
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