Actress Malaika Arora’s father, Anil Arora, reportedly committed suicide this morning by jumping from the seventh floor of a building in Mumbai. According to media reports, the police have sent the body for post-mortem and are investigating the matter. In the meantime, Malaika’s ex-husband, Arbaaz Khan, has also arrived at her residence.
Rising Suicide Cases
Suicide cases are increasingly on the rise these days. The primary reason behind this is stress. A person decides to commit suicide when they are under extreme stress and pressure. The death of someone is always a tragic event, but when the cause of death is suicide, it becomes even more sorrowful. This is because we often feel that perhaps we could have prevented it.
Identifying and Helping Someone Contemplating Suicide
Signs of Suicide
Verbal Cues: Individuals contemplating suicide often make statements like “I wish I were dead” or “I wish I had never been born.”
Social Withdrawal: They prefer to be alone and are less inclined to interact with others. They may choose to isolate themselves.
Mood Swings: You may notice significant changes in their behavior, such as being very enthusiastic and happy one moment and completely despondent the next.
Farewells: Sometimes, people say goodbye to friends and family in a way that suggests they might not see them again.
Not Always Obvious: It’s important to note that not everyone will display these signs. Some people may clearly express their intentions, while others keep their suicidal thoughts and feelings hidden.
How to Help
Listen and Support: If you suspect that a friend is in a stressful situation, sit down with them and listen. Assure them that you are there
Provide Reassurance: Assure them that this difficult time will pass and that their situation will improve.
Offer Comfort: Having the support of loved ones or the belief that we are not alone during tough times can boost one’s courage and help overcome difficulties.
