PIps Project
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- www.bebo.com/PIPSPROJECT
- Tagline
- 'Public Initiative for the Prevention of Suicide and Self Harm'
- Me, Myself, and I
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Welcome everyone to the Pips Bebo Site!
Thank you for taking the time to visit!!
Your involvement is very much appreciated and greatly valued
PIPS HOUSE was officially opened on Monday 18th May 2009 by President of Ireland Mary McAleese. Guest speakers included Dawn Pervis (MLA), Dr Kevin Donaghy (Chair of Pips), Mr Des Rice ( www.funds4pips.com ) and Father Aidan Troy (CP).
A huge thank you to everyone including Edgecombe Catering who provided the superb food & drink service; S.t Gemmas High School and Ulidia Integrated College who sang beautifully. And also to Lauren McTaggart for her excellent Irish Dancing display.*
PIPS
187-189 Duncairn Gardens
Belfast
BT15 2GF
Phone:02890 755070
- Visit our website
- www.pipsproject.com
- Helpline information
- When the worst has happened and you have lost a loved
one to depression and suicide there is little that can be said
to comfort you. We at Pips suffer with you and hope that
some of this information can help you.
Suicide helpline 0808 808 8000 -New 24hour
helpline for those at risk from suicide.
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Depression
Depression Checklist
It's normal to feel some of the following symptoms from time to time, but experiencing several or more for more than two or three weeks may indicate the presence of depression or another depressive illness. Remember, depression is a chemical imbalance in the brain that can only be diagnosed by a medical professional. This checklist is provided as a tool to help you talk with your doctor about your concerns and develop an action plan for treatment.
Please note: Other illnesses and certain medications can cause symptoms that mimic the symptoms of depression. A complete medical examination should be performed to rule out the presence of other medical conditions.
>I feel sad.
>I feel like crying a lot.
>I’m bored.
>I feel alone.
>I don't really feel sad, just "empty".
>I don't have confidence in myself.
>I don't like myself.
>I often feel scared, but I don't know why.
>I feel mad, like I could just explode!
>I feel guilty
>I can't concentrate.
>I have a hard time remembering things.
>I don't want to make decisions - its too much work.
>I feel like I'm in a fog.
>I’m so tired, no matter how much I sleep.
>I’m frustrated with everything and everybody.
>I don’t have fun anymore.
>I feel helpless.
>I’m always getting into trouble.
>I’m restless and jittery. I can’t sit still
>I feel nervous.
>I feel disorganized, like my head is spinning.
>I feel self-conscious.
>I can’t think straight. My brain doesn’t seem to work.
>I feel ugly.
>I don’t feel like talking anymore – I just don’t have anything to say.
>I feel my life has no direction.
>I feel life isn’t worth living.
>I consume alcohol/take drugs regularly.
>My whole body feels slowed down – my speech, my walk, and my movements.
>I don’t want to go out with friends anymore.
I don’t feel like taking care of my appearance.
>Occasionally, my heart pounds, I can’t catch my breath, and I feel tingly. My vision feels strange and I feel I might pass out. The feeling passes in seconds, but I’m afraid it will happen again.
>Sometimes I feel like I'm losing it.
>I feel "different" from everyone else.
>I smile, but inside I'm miserable.
>I have difficulty falling asleep or I awaken between 1 A.M. and 5 A.M. and then I can't get back to sleep.
>My appetite has diminished - food tastes so bland.
>My appetite has increased - I feel I could eat all the time.
>My weight has increased/decreased.
>I have headaches.
>I have stomach aches.
>My arms and legs hurt.
>I feel nauseous.
>I'm dizzy.
>Sometimes my vision seems blurred or slow
>I'm clumsy.
>My neck hurts.
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Suicide Prevention
KNOW WHAT TO DO
Stigma associated with depressive illnesses can prevent people from getting help. Your willingness to talk about depression and suicide with a friend, family member, or co-worker can be the first step in getting help and preventing suicide.
If you see the warning signs of suicide…
Begin a dialogue by asking questions. Suicidal thoughts are common with depressive illnesses and your willingness to talk about it in a nonjudgmental way can be the push a person needs to get help. Questions to ask:
“Do you ever feel so badly that you think of suicide?”
“Do you have a plan?”
“Do you know when you would do it (today, next week)?"
“Do you have access to what you would use?”
Asking these questions will allow you to determine if your friend is in immediate danger, and get help if needed. A suicidal person should see a doctor or psychiatrist immediately. Calling 999 or going to a hospital are valid options. Always take thoughts of or plans for suicide seriously.
Never keep a plan for suicide a secret. Don’t worry about endangering a friendship if you truly feel a life is in danger. It's better to regret something you did, than something you didn't do to help a friend.
Don't try to minimize problems or shame a person into changing her mind. Your opinion of a person's situation is irrelevant. Trying to convince a person it's not that bad, or that she has everything to live for will only increase her feelings of guilt and hopelessness. Reassure him or her that help is available, that depression is treatable, and that suicidal feelings are temporary.
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PIPS PROJECT
PIPS has come to stand for, 'Public Initiative for the Prevention of Suicide and
Self-harm'. A number of groups and individuals from within the North Belfast
Partnership's, 'Health and Well-being Forum', came together, concerned at the
increasing spiral of incidents of suicide and self-harm. The name was originally
chosen because it was recognised that, although statistics were an alarming
and driving factor, they shouldn't obscure the individual experience of tragedy.
PIP was the nickname of one young person who died in this way and was
chosen to personalise the project and keep a focus; that it is about people and
their suffering, all of whom have a name. The aim has been to raise awareness
and to educate, provide support for those left behind and those at risk, and to
encourage from within the community the development of a co-ordinated
strategy in partnership with all those whose responsibility, work, or simply
genuine concern, is the emotional health and well-being of people.0 Comments 637 days
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BE KIND TO YOUR MIND
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OFFICIAL OPENING OF PIPS HOUSE
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World Suicide Prevention Day 2008
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Playing on in Jay's Name 2008
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Christy Moore Sings for Pips - One Night Only
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Boxing for Life Charity Fundraiser April 2008
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TRIBUTES & CONDOLENCES
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Various Fundraiser!! Thank you!
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New Volunteers at the Pips Project
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xoxoxox
Hi thinking of you all as you walk today to mark world suicide prevention day. I am there with you in spirit!! Hope everyone will light a candle tonight at 8pm to mark the day. Lets all shine a light for those we have lost.
Caroline M x
heyyy dee hows things? xxx
Luv too all at PiPs
Thanks for all that you do, and keeping the hope alive. Ghandi said, "Be the change you wish to see in the world", and so glad you guys are doing something positive in our community. Never give up on the dream.xx
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Hi PIPS it's Sean Montgomery here (monto) just letting you no that I have another bebo site called montgomery media...have a look at the vids and offers and sure leave me a wee comment on them ..cheers.... and keep up the good work ...continue saving lives every day .....
Hi Dee sending good wishes to everyone I met in Belfast. What a great bunch of people you are. PIPS can only go from strength to strength. Anything I can do to promote PIPS and I will be doing so. Hope you are all basking in lots of glorious sunshine!!!!!
hey Dee hows things? Opening pics are lovely rage I couldnt be there. I sent u and jo an email need you's to fill it out and email it back to St marys. they're torturing me for it
see u soon xxx
Congrats on the pips house
xo
Hi Guys
Well congrats on wot looks like a very successful day, sorry couldnt be there but as u know I'm in hot hot hot turkey(not rubbing it in or anything) lol Photos are gr8, a gr8 job done by all involved tc see u all next week
thank you for the invite but i had to work today hope it all went well the new house looks well from wat i seen before i left i hope use keep up the good work x x
well done evry1!! brill launch of the new PIPS house!!
xooxoxox
Hi everyone at PIPS,
Hope all went well today. Sorry I couldn't be there with you. Good luck with the new house.
Hi to all at PIPS looking forward to coming over to Belfast on Monday 18th May. Please check us out at www.bebo.com/dazfest. Dazfest has come about after the suicide of my beautiful talented son Darryn aged 17 in 2006
sum luv!! c u wed!! xoxox
Heres ur 100th heart keep up the gd work pips you rock lol
PIps Project
DEFUNKT @ FRAMES NIGHTCLUB BELFAST
SATURDAY 9TH MAY ( TONIGHT!!!)
VANDIT RECORDS pres. ALEX M.O.R.P.H.
Purple Audio Album-release Worldtour 2009 [ IRELAND CLUB EXCLUSIVE]
Support from
CHRIS DUNCAN [ AUDIO RELIGION / CLUB 4M ]
& Defunkt dj's [ Audiofunk & Pedro ]
DOORS: 9PM - 2AM
RECESS CLUB NIGHT
SAT 16TH MAY @ FRAMES, BELFAST
CHRIS DAVIS [THE MET, LUSH, PLANET LOVE]
2 HOUR SET 12AM-2AM
DJ KAY [STAMPGEVAAR DIGITAL]
JOHN MANNING [SOULTECH RECORDS]
DJ DUFF [STAMPGEVAAR DIGITAL
DOORS 9PM TO 2AM
ONLY 5 QUID BEFORE 10PM,
7 QUID AFTER.
A JOURNEY FROM HOUSE TO TRANCE
DRINK PROMOS ON THE NIGHT
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE PIps Project