ABSTRACT
A good tactic in the long run is to learn more about suicide. Information often provides with a sense of control as we come to understand the problem better. There are many books which provide information about suicide, many written for the general public. The majority of people who kill themselves are suffering from a diagnosable psychiatric disorder, most commonly depression. Thus, seeking long-term treatment for this disorder is a good tactic. One of the most popular and effective methods of treatment of psychiatric or psychological problems is medication. Medication is rarely sufficient by itself. It is much more effective if it is supplemented with psychotherapy. The best suggestions come from friends who have been in psychotherapy who can tell someone whether they liked a particular therapist and something about his or her style.
