How To Respond Well To The News Of People Known For Suicide

JAKARTA - Bullying or bullying and suicide cases are currently stealing attention again in Indonesia. This happened after the death of a student at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Udayana University, Timothy Anugerah Saputra, who jumped from the second floor of the FISIP Unud building.

Timothy is suspected of being a victim of bullying by fellow students at the university. This allegation emerged after a conversation circulated in a WhatsApp group screenshot belonging to Timothy's friends.

In the chat, some people responded nirempatily to Timothy's death. This immediately drew criticism from netizens, because of their attitude that did not reflect grief and sympathy.

In fact, in responding to suicide cases, especially this happens to people who are known to be better known. Quoted from Simple Symphaty's website, Saturday, October 18, giving entertaining words of sympathy for the tragic loss must be addressed properly and with empathy.

Moreover, suicide deaths are more complicated than loss for various other reasons. This is because suicide cases are usually related to the following.

- Reaction of society and stigma of suicide- Feelings of shame and guilt- Strong rejection- Feelings of anger towards the deceased

It should also be remembered that in suicide cases, there are people who experience deep sorrow. Starting from parents, children, spouses, siblings, co-workers, and friends who are very affected.

To show sympathy for the incident may not be easy, but here are some tips you can try to do.

- Don't be afraid to mention the name of a loved one who has passed away.- Give a grieving family the opportunity to share feelings or talk about the deceased.- Give them the opportunity to discuss the death.- Convey the sorrow with good words.