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In this video, Nash relates his story about what it was like growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and losing a brother to a tragic accident and the near fatal accident of his father. He talks about his decision to dedicate his life in baptism to the Watchtower organization as a result of these tragic events. His world really began crumbling down after losing another brother but this time to suicide.
Suicide is the most difficult loss to understand and leaves everyone in disbelief, confusion and indescribable turmoil. Nash can only describe it from his perspective because it is different from everyone else. He experiences a range of emotions and have cycled through bouts of anger, sadness, depressions & anxiety.
Time heals all wounds and with the proper support system and therapy, Nash has been working through the difficult times.
CDC Suicide Facts – CDC
Resources
cdc.gov/suicide/facts/index.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fviolenceprevention%2Fsuicide%2Ffastfact.html
Link with an entire page of resources
socialworklicensemap.com/blog/suicide-attempt-resources
Psychology Today – The Silence of Shunning
psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beyond-bullying/201309/the-silence-shunning-conversation-kipling-william
wyso.org/arts-culture/2014-08-27/religious-shunning-and-survival
There are many religious groups around the United States that practice shunning; they turn away from congregates who leave the group even those from their immediate families. Experts call shunning a form of psychological bullying.
huffpost.com/entry/a-reason-and-season-to-st_b_1146103
Article about shunning – A reason (and season) to stop shunning
Isolation and Suicide
osfhealthcare.org/blog/watch-for-signs-of-depression-and-suicide-during-isolation
What to watch for
Warning signs someone may be at risk of committing suicide, according to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
• Talking about wanting to die or to kill themselves
• Looking for a way to kill themselves, like searching online or buying a gun
• Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
• Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
• Talking about being a burden to others
• Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
• Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly
• Sleeping too little or too much
• Withdrawing or isolating themselves
• Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
• Extreme mood swings
Warning signs to watch for in children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention:
• Excessive crying or irritation in younger children
• Returning to behaviors they have outgrown (for example, toileting accidents or bedwetting)
• Excessive worry or sadness
• Unhealthy eating or sleeping habits
• Irritability and “acting out” behaviors in teens
• Poor school performance or avoiding school
• Difficulty with attention and concentration
• Avoidance of activities enjoyed in the past
• Unexplained headaches or body pain
• Use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs
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In this video, Nash relates his story about what it was like growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and losing a brother to a tragic accident and the near fatal accident of his father. He talks about his decision to dedicate his life in baptism to the Watchtower organization as a result of these tragic events. His world really began crumbling down after losing another brother but this time to suicide.
Suicide is the most difficult loss to understand and leaves everyone in disbelief, confusion and indescribable turmoil. Nash can only describe it from his perspective because it is different from everyone else. He experiences a range of emotions and have cycled through bouts of anger, sadness, depressions & anxiety.
Time heals all wounds and with the proper support system and therapy, Nash has been working through the difficult times.
CDC Suicide Facts – CDC
Resources
cdc.gov/suicide/facts/index.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fviolenceprevention%2Fsuicide%2Ffastfact.html
Link with an entire page of resources
socialworklicensemap.com/blog/suicide-attempt-resources
Psychology Today – The Silence of Shunning
psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beyond-bullying/201309/the-silence-shunning-conversation-kipling-william
wyso.org/arts-culture/2014-08-27/religious-shunning-and-survival
There are many religious groups around the United States that practice shunning; they turn away from congregates who leave the group even those from their immediate families. Experts call shunning a form of psychological bullying.
huffpost.com/entry/a-reason-and-season-to-st_b_1146103
Article about shunning – A reason (and season) to stop shunning
Isolation and Suicide
osfhealthcare.org/blog/watch-for-signs-of-depression-and-suicide-during-isolation
What to watch for
Warning signs someone may be at risk of committing suicide, according to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
• Talking about wanting to die or to kill themselves
• Looking for a way to kill themselves, like searching online or buying a gun
• Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
• Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
• Talking about being a burden to others
• Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
• Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly
• Sleeping too little or too much
• Withdrawing or isolating themselves
• Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
• Extreme mood swings
Warning signs to watch for in children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention:
• Excessive crying or irritation in younger children
• Returning to behaviors they have outgrown (for example, toileting accidents or bedwetting)
• Excessive worry or sadness
• Unhealthy eating or sleeping habits
• Irritability and “acting out” behaviors in teens
• Poor school performance or avoiding school
• Difficulty with attention and concentration
• Avoidance of activities enjoyed in the past
• Unexplained headaches or body pain
• Use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs
Why We Left the Jehovah's Witnesses
youtu.be/rqYUCV4FHI4
youtu.be/bLaSB9P2MEE
★ VISIT OUR WEBSITE
exjwcriticalthinker.com
★SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL
bit.ly/2p9RTSC
★ TWEET US! #ExJWsThink
twitter.com/ExJWsThink
★ VISIT OUR WORDPRESS BLOG
exjehovahswitnessct.wordpress.com
★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM
instagram.com/exjwcriticalthinker
★LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
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