Tragic Loss Puts The Heartbreak Of Suicide To The Fore - How Alcohol Can Be A Factor

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The Heartbreak Of Suicide How Alcohol Can Be A
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Tragic Loss Puts The Heartbreak Of Suicide To The
Fore We Examine How Alcohol Can Be A
Factor The celebrity world, and the wider
population in general, is still in shock and
grieving over the tragic death of Caroline Flack.
And, at this time of lockdown, more and more
people are realising the issue of mental health
is just as important as physical
wellbeing. Caroline Flack was a beautiful and
talented TV presenter, loved by millions. She
first came to prominence presenting the shows
Im a CelebrityGet Me Out of Here! NOW in 2009
and The Xtra Factor in 2011. Miss Flack also
won a whole new legion of fans after winning
Strictly Come Dancing in 2014 before going on to
host Love Island in 2015. She fronted this hit
show until December 2019, which she left after
being arrested for allegedly assaulting her
boyfriend, tennis player Lewis Burton. It was
while awaiting trial that Miss Flack made the
heart-breaking decision to take her own life, on
the 15th of February 2020. News of her passing
sent shock waves through the entertainment
industry, with many finding it hard to come to
terms with and searching for reasons why. In the
event of Miss Flacks death, friends and family
have reportedly been critical of the Crown
Prosecution Service, and its handling of the
case. However, the tragedy has also brought into
focus the broader issue of press intrusion into
the private lives of celebrities, and trolling on
social media, with many calling for tougher
legislation or changes in the law to deal with
the problem.
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Alcohol and Suicide The unfortunate prevalence
of suicide today has also been brought to the
fore. There were over 6,500 cases of people
taking their own life in the UK in 2018 a rise
of 10. This is likely to increase again as we
try to cope with the huge upheavals in society
caused by coronavirus isolation and social
distancing. In the UK the highest suicide rate
is among men in the 45 to 49-year-old age group.
Research also indicates that men are more likely
to turn to alcohol when stressed, depressed or
anxious, which highlights the close association
between alcohol and suicide. People in lockdown
often feel isolated and are more likely to drink
to counter stress and anxiety. People who abuse
or misuse alcohol, especially over a long-term
basis, may be more at risk. It is estimated the
chances of a person who abuses alcohol taking
their own life is 800 higher than someone who
does not drink. Its also perhaps easier to
consume alcohol to excess while staying at home,
away from support networks of friends, family and
colleagues. This coupled with lonliness and lack
of a friendly ear to talk to could have series
consequences for some. Research has established
an inescapable connection between alcohol consumpt
ion and the signs of depressive illness. Medical
professionals believe, if you use alcohol to
chronic levels, your brain may experience a
decrease in serotonin. This can leads to the
onset of depression. As part of a vicious circle,
it is not uncommon for people suffering from
depression to try to escape their troubles by
drinking alcohol, thereby contributing to their
problems.
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Many afflicted with a depressive illness feel
they can alleviate the negative thoughts and
emotions by drinking alcohol. They may feel as if
they are enjoying themselves and having a good
time as negative thoughts are silenced. However,
due to its depressive properties, alcohol can
cause a persons mood to take a downward turn.
Drinkers may become belligerent, bad-tempered and
display the very depressive symptoms they were
trying to get away from. Effects on
Personality The connection between drinking to
excess and suicide may also involve alcohols
affects on personality.  This can cause people to
act out of character. Problems with alcohol or
depressive illness can deepen or exacerbate
negative thoughts or feelings. It also lowers
inhibitions leading people to act on any suicidal
feelings or tendencies they may have.  They may
not have done had they not consumed alcohol. The
sad fact is, thousands of people, from all
corners of society, rich or poor, experience
thoughts of suicide. People may feel as if they
are in so much pain that they cannot go on and
see taking their own life as the only answer. An
emotion which is only amplified by alcohol.
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You are not alone. However, as painful or
hopeless as it may seem sometimes, there is help
available. You do not have to go through this
alone. If you are concerned or thinking of
suicide, you should tell someone, a partner,
friend, family member or colleague. It is also
advised you make an appointment with a helpline
or your GP and ask for an emergency appointment,
where he or she can help you and offer
advice. There are also various support groups
you could contact, and if you would like to talk
to someone right away, you can phone the
Samaritans, free of charge, 24 hours a day on
116123, or visit their web site
www.samaritans.org. There are many reasons why a
person may wish to take their own life. They may
have money worries, suffered a loss, the end of a
relationship, or professional problems. If you,
or someone close to you, is concerned that
alcohol may be a factor, consider cutting down,
drinking in moderation, or possibly giving
up. Which Rehab can help you do that. For many,
getting help may be difficult, even seemingly
impossible. But it could be the turning point to
save you from depression and the heartbreak of
suicide.
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