... (8) "Contagion" suicide. This is where one suicide seems to be the trigger for others, and includes "cluster" and "copycat" suicides, most often among adolescents. (9) An attempt to manipulate others. "If you don't do what I want, I'll kill myself," is the basic theme here. However, the word "manipulative" does not "...imply that a suicide attempt is not ... of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness ,Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities that were once enjoyed, including sex ,Decreased energy, fatigue, being "slowed down" ,Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making de...

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