Suicide Prevention
Guideline for responding to suicidal behavior
The number of suicides in Germany has recently risen significantly for the first time in years. In 2022, 10,119 people in Germany died by suicide. The number of attempted suicides and people with suicidal tendencies is even higher than the number of deaths. Every suicide affects other people as well, be it directly or indirectly. The university environment is no exception.
TU Dresden has developed a guideline for responding to suicidal behavior. It deals with the triad of recognizing warning signs, addressing those affected and offering support. It also discusses how to be able to act in acute cases.
Here you can download the German and English version of the guide.
If you have any questions on the topic or comments on the guide, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Help with suicidal thoughts
Even in seemingly hopeless situations, there is help! If you are thinking about taking your own life, try to talk to someone about it. It doesn't matter whether it's a family member, relative, friend or someone who specializes in these issues.
The anonymous, free telephone helpline is available around the clock on 0800/111 0 111 and 0800/111 0 222.
If you are worried that you can no longer control your thoughts, call the emergency services on 112.
The Society for Suicide Prevention lists further, specialized help services, e.g. for adolescents, on its website www.suizidprophylaxe.de. Offers in languages other than German can be found here.
