Depression

By John McManamy

Lesson 6: Suicide Prevention

Further Reading

Nearly every story in "The Gift of Depression" has a graphic account of either suicide, suicide attempts, or suicidal ideation. In "Noonday Demon", Andrew Solomon describes his attempted suicide by reckless sexual behavior. Does his living dangerously strike a chord?

This is the last lesson that makes reference to "The Gift of Depression" and "Noonday Demon".

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Lessons

Introduction
Lesson 1: Different Types of Depression
Lesson 2: Are You Depressed?
Lesson 3: Antidepressants
Lesson 4: Alternative Therapies
Lesson 5: Coping with Depression
Lesson 6: Suicide Prevention
• Steps You Can Take
• Helping Another in Crisis
• Further Reading
• For Your Benefit
Lesson 7: Depression and Other Illnesses
Lesson 8: The Science of Depression