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Blog: A message from SpunOut.ie on World Suicide Prevention Day.
The 10th of September 2008 marks World Suicide Prevention Day. On this day, people from all over the world will remember those who have been lost by suicide. In Ireland up to 600 people die by suicide every year.
This year to mark the event SpunOut.ie has one simple message for you:
Look after yourself.
We want you to keep positive and be positive to others. Today is a day for doing something that makes you feel happy.
Make yourself laugh, jump about or listen to your favourite song. Whatever you do, just enjoy yourself.
Today is a day for you to take control of your world.
Watch the Stay Positive video here!
If you need help or to talk to someone right now then contact one of these organisations for confidential support 24 hours a day- no matter your age or where you are.
Samaritans PHONE: 1850 609090
(Northern Ireland: 08457 909090)
Or contact Samaritans using the email box on this page.
Samaritans provides confidential, non-judgemental support, 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide.
ChildLine FREEPHONE: 1800 66 66 66
Childline is a 24-hour a day service for young people up to 18. Childline offer support to young people through the listening service over the phone and through the website. You can call Childline for a chat or to talk about any problems you might have.
If you or someone you know is at risk of suicide or self harm, you should immediately contact your local doctor or go to the Casualty unit of the nearest hospital. The doctors and hospitals in your area will be listed in the Golden Pages: www.goldenpages.ie.
You can find more information on support services and getting help here: www.spunout.ie/help/
Or log onto the SpunOut.ie Discussion Forum, where you can get peer support from other young people.
All it takes is a small bit of courage and your life can change.
From the SpunOut.ie team... have a fantastic day!!!
Keep positive!
By: Ian Howley
