The BBC is creating a ‘magazine tv series’ called Sunday Life, due to start next month. Although the show will have faith and ethics at its heart, it will be topical and, most importantly, driven by compelling human stories.

On Sunday 20^th April they will be focusing on suicide and Anna would like to hear from people (16 – 25 years of age) who have overcome thoughts of suicide.

At LifeSIGNS we understand that suicide and self-injury are two totally separate subjects, and in many respects are opposites. Self-injury is, after all, a coping mechanism that many people describe as something that keeps them alive and prevents suicide. Self-injury is a non-suicidal behaviour.

However, we also recognise that the emotional distress that leads to self-injury can also lead to suicidal thoughts and actions.

If you have overcome thoughts of suicide and would like to appear on television to talk about your own experiences, then please email Wedge@lifesigns.org.uk with the following information:

First name:

Age:

50 words about your suicidal thoughts – do not write more than 50 words, they will not get read!

The show is near Bradford and the BBC will refund your travel and hotel expenses afterwards.

Please consider that appearing on television, and discussing suicide and emotional matters may have a huge impact, not only on yourself, but on your family and friends. We suggest that you talk about this idea with your family and friends before making any decisions, and that you ensure that you are in a ‘safe and sensible’ frame of mind – we wouldn’t want to think that appearing on tv could harm or trigger you.

Thank you,

Wedge and Jules