My sister has tried to commit suicide twice, and she is living with a freind. She hates my mom and dad, and is closed to the rest of the family, what do i do? And how do i handle this?
2007-06-12 14:30:43 · 6 answers · asked by The bomber 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
You should be there for her, shower her with love and attention. It seems like a counteractive thing to do, but if she hasn't succeeded in committing suicide there is most likely a reason for it. And Perhaps the reason is that she wants attention. From personal experience, bad attention is better than no attention. And your sister needs to know that you care about her, or rather that someone cares about her. I suggest giving her a little extra, and calling her just to say hi, or invite her over for dinner, the little things that can make the difference. If she pushes you away, don't completely cut her off, just try and be understanding and offer her the support and help she may need.
2007-06-12 14:50:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is probably the most delicate thing you will encounter in your life time. Do you personally have any idea why she has attempted suicide before? I don't want to alarm you more than you already are, but most people who try suicide more than once normally succeed. You must some how get her to a Doctor as soon as possible. If she is a minor your parents could Baker Act her into the hospital. If you feel she really in danger she could be baker act by a Doctor, and/or even the police. I am sure that a record of the two previous attempt are recorded either in a Hospital or by the Police department. Your foremost purpose in this situation is to attempt to save your sisters life. Medical care, and therapy is what she needs. More than like she will be placed in an institution under a Doctors care and receiving treatment until she can manage her personal life without all this hate. I hope you can follow through with what must take place. But this is the only way. Good Luck.
2007-06-12 22:16:57 · answer #2 · answered by Butch. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try to know in your own head that she has got some pretty bad issues, but it doesn't have anything to do with you.
If she is stable enough and you two are okay together, let her know you're there for her. I hope she is getting help for the suicidal tendencies.
Good luck. I'm sorry about your predicament. That's a tough one. But remember, you didn't cause any of this...you're stuck in this situation.
2007-06-12 21:35:04 · answer #3 · answered by Chrissy: The Angry Typer a/k/a Mood Mole 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
~It's common for someone who is suicidal to isolate themselves. It probably doesn't have anything to do with them, or very little.
Maybe she feels threatened that they might have her committed?
If she's determined to kill herself, she will do it no matter what you do. Assure her that you love her no matter what she does, she's more likely to open up to you that way.
Good luck.~
2007-06-12 22:29:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There may not be much you can do. Suggest that your sister get professional help, if she isnt' getting it already. Be there for her and let her know that you love her and support her.
2007-06-12 21:39:52 · answer #5 · answered by la buena bruja 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'm sure you don't want to hear this but, sometimes it's best just to let them go. you can't change her or her feelings and you'll be setting yourself up for failure if you try. she has issues that only she can work out. maybe try to get on with your life and let her find her own way.
2007-06-12 21:39:51 · answer #6 · answered by racer 51 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋