Suicide Reflection Paper

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Often times when I heard the word "suicidal" I was curiously caused the person to do it. Growing up, I heard that people decided to commit suicide was because they "wanted attention, they wanted the easy way out, they were weak, they couldn't handle life, etc." Personally, I have significant people in my life that have felt like they wanted to commit suicide. So, this topic honestly is a difficult, yet, emotional one to discuss.
Growing up I had some close friends that vented to me about wanting to "end their life", at my young age I was clueless and confused. The best thing to do was ask them, was "why, what's wrong?". I wanted to make sure that they were okay, and they had someone to listen to their concerns and problems. But I felt if I …show more content…

I would not force my client into talking if they aren't ready but discuss when their comfortable whenever they are ready in disclosing. Since I am aware of my background of suicidal and know what could be done to help those with suicidal tendencies I would do everything I can to help my client feel protected and safe. I would ask my client more about them and find out if their situation because I would not want them at risk of harm. Therefore, my awareness and reflection will not influence my work with a client that is suicidal. I will strive to assist helping the client to make sure they are not harming themselves, when did the suicidal thoughts begin, do they have a safety plan created, who they have in their support system, and what they can describe to me they like to do as their interests. All of this would be beneficial to me when assisting the client when finding out that they are suicidal since they are the one at risk of harm. I would try not put my influences of my past assist working with the client. Since I truly believe that each one person that comes in that seeks help deserves a chance turn their life around. Also, I wouldn't want them to feel that their personal experiences of religion and culture will intervene with our relationship when they disclose to me that they feel this …show more content…

The girl disclosed how she "couldn't get out of bed in the morning" and "had to force myself to shower" those two areas seemed to fit my life perfectly. I was that same girl. At times, I feel that I can fall into that same routine. But somehow, I manage to push through and know that I can get through my day and overcome. So, watching that video is very emotional for me. I never was diagnosed as having depression nor do I want to assume I am depressed, but I often feel that I can be classified as being that happy but depressed girl. On the other hand, the video is very inspiring because she says "having goals and dreams is a big part of my recovery" which makes you feel like there is something we people that feel depressed can do to feel better. So, my personal perspective of this is that seeking professional assistance is a good thing and can benefit you in multiple ways. I feel that having someone to talk to or let alone share your feelings with about anything is worth it. For my professional perspective, it is still very significant to disclose your feelings with because it lets you feel clear about what can come your way. Therefore, I would want my clients to know regardless that people can seek treatment and gain

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