[Ohio-Talk] Condolences are needed!

[Andra Stover]

my prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family Richard.

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> On Oct 26, 2019, at 10:00 AM, Shelly Duffy via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> I am at church right now. I will add Richard’s family to the prayer list. and I will be praying as well.
> 
> 
>> On Oct 26, 2019, at 9:44 AM, Suzanne Turner via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
> 
> Good Morning,
> 
> 
> 
> Please be patient with this email; as I am struggling to write this.
> 
> 
> 
> On yesterday, I learned that our Affiliate President, Richard Payne lost a
> young person in his family to suicide. Chris Payne is his name and as
> Richard and I; as well as all of us know or have a young adult in our lives.
> Suicide is one of the leading causes of death among those who are 10 to 24.
> We all listen to the news, and read about the affects of mental illness,
> depression, bipolar, ADHD and others. 
> 
> 
> 
> Please take a moment for prayer and a pause this morning for his family and
> all families, who have young adults who are struggling. If you see a post on
> Facebook or hear a conversation from someone who has the below warnings,
> reach out. 
> 
> 
> 
> In disclosure, I have a nephew as well, who had a bright future in
> government; and now his mind is essentially gone. He is just existing in the
> world with no knowledge of who he is. There are warning signs, that we take
> for granted. I have listed them below. Please take a moment to review them,
> it may save a life!
> 
> 
> 
> Richard, we are praying for Chris, you and your family. If there is anything
> you need, please let Cleveland know! We stand with you during this difficult
> time.
> 
> 
> 
> Suzanne Turner, President
> 
> NFBO of Cleveland
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Warning Signs of suicide
> 
> 
> Suicide does not have one single cause. Certain factors like substance abuse
> and untreated depression can lead to higher risk of suicide just as having a
> trusted group of friends can help protect you. Read more about the warning
> signs of suicide, risk factors and protective factors of suicide. 
> 
> 
> Call 911 or the emergency service in your country if you see or hear the
> following:
> 
> 
> 
> Someone threatening to hurt or kill him/herself or talking about wanting to
> die. Especially if the person has a weapon or item to hurt himself/herself. 
> 
> 
> Searching for ways to kill him/herself by seeking access to lethal
> means-whether that is online or physically in the moment of despair. 
> 
> 
> Someone talking, writing, or posting on social media about death and suicide
> when these actions are out of the ordinary for the person.
> 
> 
> Warning Signs
> 
> 
> The warning signs of suicide are indicators that a person may be in acute
> danger and may urgently need help.
> 
> *    Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself;
> *    Looking for a way to kill oneself;
> *    Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose;
> *    Talking about feeling trapped or being in unbearable pain;
> *    Talking about being a burden to others;
> 
> *    Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs;
> *    Acting anxious, agitated, or reckless;
> *    Sleeping too little or too much;
> *    Withdrawing or feeling isolated;
> *    Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge; and
> *    Displaying extreme mood swings.
> 
> _____  
> 
> 
> This list of Warning Signs for Suicide was developed by an expert review and
> consensus process that included SAVE's Executive Director and was informed
> by a review of relevant research and literature.  Additional information
> about the warning signs can be found in the following published article:
> Rudd, M. D., Berman, A. L., Joiner, T. E., Jr., Nock, M. K., Silverman, M.
> M., Mandrusiak, M., et al. (2006). Warning signs for suicide: Theory,
> research, and clinical applications. Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior,
> 36(3), 255-262.
> 
> 
> If you or someone you know is in crisis, call the Lifeline (USA) at
> 1-800-273-8255 OR Text SIGNS <sms:741741>  to 741741 <sms:741741>  for 24/7,
> anonymous, free crisis counseling.
> 
> 
> Learn Youth Warning Signs of Suicide   <http://save.org/youthsuicide/> Learn
> More
> 
> 
> 
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