Suicide is a serious issue that affects many individuals and their loved ones. When someone close to you is struggling with suicidal thoughts, it can be challenging to know how to support them. However, it is essential to understand that suicidal ideation is a...
the Bell Jar
"The Bell Jar" is a novel by American poet Sylvia Plath that was first published in 1963. The novel tells the story of Esther Greenwood, a young woman in her early twenties, who is interning for a fashion magazine in New York City during the summer of 1953. Despite...
Norwegian Wood
"Norwegian Wood" is a novel by Japanese author Haruki Murakami that was first published in 1987. The novel follows the story of Toru Watanabe, a college student in Tokyo in the 1960s, as he navigates his way through a tumultuous period in his life marked by love,...
A Long Way Down
"A Long Way Down" by Nick Hornby is a novel that explores the themes of depression and suicide through the experiences of four strangers who meet on the rooftop of a high-rise building on New Year's Eve, each intending to end their own lives. The novel delves deep...
Turtles All the Way Down
"Turtles All the Way Down" is a novel written by John Green and was published in 2017. The book revolves around the story of a sixteen-year-old girl named Aza Holmes who struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. The story takes place in...
the Noonday Demon
"The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression" is a comprehensive exploration of the subject of depression and suicide by Andrew Solomon. Published in 2001, the book draws from Solomon's personal experiences with depression, as well as extensive research and interviews...
Perks of Being a Wallflower
"The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky is a coming-of-age novel that explores themes of depression and suicide through the perspective of a teenage boy named Charlie. Published in 1999, the book has become a beloved classic among young adult readers and...
The Outsider
"The Outsider" by Albert Camus is a novel that explores the themes of existentialism, absurdism, and the futility of human existence. The novel follows the story of Meursault, a French Algerian who works as a clerk in Algiers, as he navigates his way through life,...
Reasons to Stay Alive
"Reasons to Stay Alive" is a powerful and deeply personal memoir by British author Matt Haig. The book explores Haig's struggles with depression and anxiety, and his journey towards recovery and finding a reason to live. The book is divided into short chapters, each...
How Anxiety can lead to Suicidal Ideation
Anxiety is a prevalent mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, characterized by feelings of worry, fear, and apprehension that can be debilitating if left untreated. In some cases, anxiety can lead to suicidal ideation, or thoughts of...