Case Study: The correct answer is found in the Handout on suicide under point # 6 (Where’s the help for the
suicidal person)
Parents have come to you with the news that their 16 daughter is spending the night in ER having attempted
suicide by means of an overdose of sleeping pills. You are going to visit her first thing in the morning with the
following data:
She normally has exhibited a bright disposition on life
She has been dating an individual who, according to the parents, does not share the same family values
The couple broke up over a month ago
Her grades have dropped
Her personality has become withdrawn
She has professed salvation with some sanctification occuring
Over the span of several weeks, your counseling is going to include:
- The subject of self-love, self-worth, and biblical love
o What are some key differences with these variations of love
o What are some factors in the biblical command to love God and neighbor - How does suicide impact salvation
o How is the Four-Fold picture of suicide portrayed during the era of the Reformation
o What are the ramifications of a genuine believer attempting suicide - What help are you going to offer this fragile person
Sample Solution