Depression, Suicide and the Power of Hope

Max points: 5 Type: TEDx Talk

A powerful story of survival after a suicide attempt, this talk explores the realities of depression, stigma, and recovery. It emphasizes hope, community support, and the importance of open conversations about mental health, offering guidance and compassion for those struggling and those who want to help.

Channel: TEDx Duration: 0:16:23

Questions

1. What does the speaker say misconceptions and stigma around suicide do?

Reduce fear Smother hope Create resilience Encourage treatment

2. What message was stitched on the hand-knitted bookmark given to the speaker by her son's schoolfriend?

Courage Love Strength Hope

3. Which group does the speaker identify as having suicide as the number one cause of death in the UK?

Women over 60 Doctors under 40 Children under 10 Young people aged 20–34

4. What event led the speaker to attempt suicide on March 13, 2013?

Severe depression relapse The death of her father Financial debt Losing her job

5. How long did the speaker wait before receiving psychotherapy on the NHS after her suicide attempt?

Five years One year Six months Two and a half years

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