09/18/2024
As we continue to bring awareness to ***depreventionmonth this September, let's look at separating the myths from the facts as this will help you recognize the warning signs, respond appropriately, and even save a life.
Myth #9: Pet ownership reduces the risk of su***de Anecdotally it may seem that pet ownership is protective, but research has not demonstrated an association between pet ownership and su***de. In fact, the loss of a beloved pet can be a risk factor for su***de.
Myth #10: Animals die by su***de Although folklore includes tales of su***de among animals, modern naturalistic studies of thousands of animal species in field situations have not identified su***de in nonhuman species. Death by su***de is strictly a human phenomenon.
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