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When Silence Hurts: Recognizing and Responding to Suicidal Thoughts

Suicide Is a Mental Health Emergency — Not a Moral Failing

Thousands of people lose their lives to suicide every year in India. Behind every number is a human story — of suffering, confusion, loneliness, and usually, a silent plea for help that was not heard.

In his long clinical practice, Dr. Sanjeet Diwan, a well-known psychiatrist from Bhopal, has guided numerous people through crisis situations and back to life with new hope. This blog is an attempt to spread awareness about suicidal thoughts, their causes, and the importance of timely crisis intervention.

Understanding Suicidal Thoughts

Suicidal ideation is the phrase used when one considers, thinks about, or plans suicide. One's thoughts can be anything ranging from momentary despair to elaborate schemes — and all of them need care and concern.

Most individuals with suicidal thoughts do not wish to die — they just wish for the anguish to end.

Suicide in India: The Reality

As per the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), more than 1.6 lakh individuals committed suicide in India in 2023 — a whopping figure.

The top reasons are:

· Depression and anxiety

· Job or financial stress

· Relationship failure

· Drug abuse

· Examination pressure (particularly among young people)

· Chronic disease and trauma

· Social loneliness and isolation

Madhya Pradesh has also seen an increase in a number of cases, particularly among students, homemakers, and unemployed youth and In both sexes, mortality rates were higher among married persons than the unmarried persons, especially the difference was more than 2-fold in married men compared to unmarried men.

Warning signs of suicidal behavior

· Early detection of the signs can help save lives. Some of the warning signs are:

· Talking or writing about death or suicide

· Pulling away from friends and family

· Loss of interest in daily activities

· Donating personal items

· Reporting hopelessness or feeling burdensome

· Becoming suddenly calm following a depressed period

· Acting on impulse with dangerous or self-injurious behavior

If you see these signs in someone — take them seriously and don't wait to act.

Crisis Intervention: How Dr. Sanjeet Diwan Assists

Being a psychiatrist in Bhopal with more than a decade of experience, Dr. Sanjeet Diwan offers empathetic, evidence-based treatment for suicide risk patients. His treatment process involves:

· Immediate Risk Assessment

· Structured clinical interviews and psychological measures to assess risk level.

· Crisis Counseling & Support

· Establishing a safe, non-judgmental environment for the individual to speak up and deal with feelings.

· Medication & Therapy-For underlying mental illnesses like depression, bipolar disorder, or PTSD.

· Family Involvement-Information for families to manage the crisis and offer effective support within the home.

· Suicide Prevention Plans-Tailored safety plans, helpline support, and follow-ups to decrease risk.