Suicide Prevention, an Emergency Issue

Essay fragment for Human Rights by Oana Maroti

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We rarely speak about this; regrettably, it remains a social taboo, even when it´s an emergency, in fact.
Suicide affects us all, and I do not believe there is anyone who has not had a friend or family member lose their life in this way; therefore, we must address the issue, since we have the means to prevent it.

There is no reason for people to lose their lives when we operate within a framework of inclusive planning and can offer support through personalised strategies, thereby helping them find some beauty, or in the majority of cases simply be there, as no one else is.

Generally, it is unlikely that someone would wish to take their own life. The fact that such a possibility or scenario crosses a person's mind is usually the result of a long chain of social rejection or is linked to issues such as unemployment, homelessness, debt, or addiction. These are all problems for the individual who can no longer see a solution; however, we live within a social fabric that—if functioning properly—can save lives. That is the essence of living together in a positive environment.

When one of us can no longer perceive beauty, others can simply step in to help. Life is wonderful and stimulating within a supportive proximity, or at least with less disturbance.

In one year of repetitive asking for help, the AI will bring an algorithm that supports your ¨interest¨, and even has special groups who hunt online. A call for help, in an inclusive, technologized communication, should never reach such a target. We socialise to bring comfort, not the reverse.

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Por lo general, es poco probable que alguien desee quitarse la vida. Que tal posibilidad o escenario cruce por la mente de una persona suele ser consecuencia de una larga cadena de rechazo social o estar relacionado con problemas como el desempleo, la falta de vivienda, las deudas o las adicciones. Todos estos son problemas para el individuo que ya no encuentra soluciones; sin embargo, vivimos en un entramado social que, si funciona adecuadamente, puede salvar vidas: esa es la esencia de convivir en un entorno positivo.

Cuando uno de nosotros ya no logra percibir la belleza, los demás simplemente pueden ayudar.

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