Introduction
Suicide is a leading cause of death in America leading to losses of family supporters and human capital for the nation. Often, signs signaling the imminent decision to take one’s life precede suicide. However, despite the red flags manifesting before the actual event, the families and friends of the suicidal patient note the red flags after the actual event takes place. Consequently, there is a tendency to blame one for missing the signs of the suicide from the onset. Whenever there is a call indicating the possibility of one taking his or her life, the first responders are ...
