WHEN LIFE GETS (TOO) HARD

WHAT TO DO? HOW TO MOVE ON?

EXPERIENCES OF OTHERS

Listen to the stories of other people who struggled with thoughts about suicide. You will realise that you’re not the only one who has this restless feeling. Their stories can help you to escape from this dark thoughts. We want to know your story. You’re not alone in this.

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​EXPERTS

What should you do if you struggle with thoughts about suicide, or if you know someone who struggle with these things? Our experts can advice you in a natural honest way. Watch the conversations with them in the video’s below.

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Jan Mokkenstorm

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

What can you do if a friend, colleague or other neighbor struggles with thoughts of suicide, or does not see life as a result of depression? Jan Mokkenstorm, involved in 113.nl, addresses this question.

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Willem Vermeijden

PROCESSING THE SUFFERING

Willem Vermeijden lost his daughter in 2012. He speaks about the reality of the loss and the reality of the recovery. Do you have to work again if you are still in mourning? Willem gives you honest advice in dealing with recovery and loss.

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Jan Mokkenstorm

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE THINKING ABOUT SUICIDE?

You may not always realize that you are not the only one who is struggling with thoughts about death, stepping out of life. Jan Mokkenstorm, the founder of the national suicide prevention foundation, examines the question of how many people struggle with the thoughts of suicide.

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Pieter Hoekstra

A HELPING HAND

What can you believe now help in a situation that you are desperate and that you no longer see your life? It is important to realize that God is not angry, but that God loves. Pieter Hoekstra, logotherapist and theologian, explains that you do not have to comply with requirements and conditions.

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Martin Steendam

HOW TO DEAL WITH SOMEONE WHO IS SUICIDAL?

What should you do if someone in your area is considering suicide? A lot of people do not know how to react. Clinical Psychologist Martin Steendam gives concrete advice in this interview. He is the project leader of suicide prevention for the national organization of human health in the Netherlands (GGZ).

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Martin Steendam

HOW TO DEAL WITH SOMEONE WHO IS SUICIDAL?

What should you do if someone in your area is considering suicide? A lot of people do not know how to react. Clinical Psychologist Martin Steendam gives concrete advice in this interview. He is the project leader of suicide prevention for the national organization of human health in the Netherlands (GGZ).

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION

More information about statistics and relevant advice about suicide and depression.

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STATISTICS ABOUT SUICIDE

The number of suicides has been increasing for a number of years. In 2016, 1,894 people in the Netherlands ended their lives, 23 more than in 2015. This is an average of 5.2 suicides per day (source). There are around 1 000 000 people worldwide who commit suicide. This means that every 32 seconds a new victim has been killed.

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Where can I find help

WHERE CAN I FIND HELP?

Who can you tell your story to and who can help you? There are several organisations that you can turn to for help. There are also telephone lines that you can call at any time of the day to tell your story.

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Pieces of a puzzle

WHAT CAN YOU DO IF YOU’RE DEPRESSED?

How can you build up some more mental resistance against depression and depression? Here are some concrete tips that can help you on your way.

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Talk about your feelings

TALK ABOUT YOUR FEELINGS

If you’re struggling with your own thoughts, whether it’s just that you’re feeling rotten or that you can’t get rid of the thoughts of suicide, it’s important that you don’t keep your thoughts to yourself, but share them.

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