Suicide (en. Suicide)

/sɥi.ɡid/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A deliberate act by which a person ends their own life.

He faced thoughts of suicide during his depression.

Il a été confronté à des pensées de suicide durant sa dépression.

An act often preceded by psychological troubles.

Suicide is a difficult topic to address due to stigma.

Le suicide est un sujet difficile à aborder en raison de la stigmatisation.

A major cause of mortality worldwide.

Awareness campaigns aim to prevent suicide among young people.

Des campagnes de sensibilisation visent à prévenir le suicide chez les jeunes.

From the Latin 'sui' meaning 'of oneself' and 'cidium' meaning 'murder'.

assisted suicide

Help to end one’s own life, usually under medical supervision.

suicide assisté

suicide prevention

A set of strategies aimed at reducing the risks of suicide.

prévention du suicide

suicide attempt

An attempt to end one’s life, but without success.

tentative de suicide

depression

Mental state characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest in activities, often linked to suicide.

dépression

psychotherapy

Psychological treatment that can help prevent suicide.

psychothérapie

support

Help provided by family, friends, or professionals for someone in distress.

soutien

To end one’s days.

He said he was at the end of his rope and wanted to end his days.

Il a dit qu'il était à bout et qu'il voulait mettre fin à ses jours.

To take the big leap.

She mentioned that she thought of taking the big leap if nothing changed.

Elle a mentionné qu'elle pensait faire le grand saut si rien ne changeait.