Find Help

Motives for Suicide

If you are in crisis, dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in Connecticut. 2-1-1 is certified by the American Association of Suicidology. If you live outside of Connecticut use the National Hopeline number which is 1-800-784-2433.

To seek help.
To escape from an intolerable situation.
To get relief from a terrible state of mind.
To try to influence some particular person.
To show how much they loved someone.
To make things easier for others.
To make people feel sorry for them.
To make people understand how desperate they were feeling.
To find out whether they are really loved.
Fear of loss of control.
Desire to die.

Source: Shamoo, Tonia K. and Patros, Philip G. Helping Your Child Cope with Depression and Suicidal Thoughts. New York: Lexington Books, 1990.