How can you report on suicide with sensitivity to those who have lost loved ones?

I feel that some of the vital aspects to responsible reporting include not giving too much detail when mentioning method or location, avoiding unnecessary use of images and always making sure that others are directed toward the support that us available.

Reporting on suicide requires a deal of sensitivity due to the potentially triggering and distressing nature of the topic.Avoid to use sensational language.Be mindful of the potential impact on those who have lost someone to suicide.Respect the privacy of the deceased and their family.Emphasize that help and support are available.

What is it that you think has happened to them, to take the action of ending their lives? How has this affected what has happened to you and how you feel? I think these are the two important questions that may help people come to terms with a loss that has left them bewildered and confused in trying to reconcile a life lost.

I talked to a couple who shared their son’s story and struggles with depression. They shared a journal of messages with him to point out the depth of his emotional turmoil. Even with their consent to show the diary entries, I asked again throughout the interview if it was ok to show certain phrases or dark moments. I wanted to make sure they had a chance to reconsider as grieving parents. They appreciated that. I believe that builds trust in sharing and writing the most difficult elements.

There are many people/ students when they get thought of committing suicide, but that can be seen in their behaviour as well. They might be always alone, they might be hopeless in all the aspects. In there is any such case one should try to help them out by understanding the cause of the situation. One shall be more friendly and trustworthy than only the sufferer can share the problem. And if they start sharing their problem that means you are half way to change one's mind from this thought.

La información sobre un suicidio debe ser supremamente responsable. De no suceder, puede generar un efecto totalmente adverso, especialmente hacia personas con pensamientos suicidas. Insistir en acudir a especialistas y entregar información que pueda ser de utilidad resulta importante.

La información sobre suicidio es muy delicada. El manejo que se debe hacer pensando más en la salud mental. Cuáles son las causas, los síntomas, la importancia de la escucha, los canales de ayuda y las alertas para poder informar que esto podría terminar en un subsidio sino se atiende a tiempo.

I have seen an example when one of my colleague's friend has committed suicide and he has to inform to the family about that. It was really difficult for him to convey the message to the family when he was the only source of contact for the family.