Suicide Prevention

You're Not Alone

Whether you have struggled with suicide yourself or have lost a loved one, know you are not alone

“Place your hand over your heart, can you feel it? That is called purpose. You’re alive for a reason so don’t ever give up.”

In the majority of cases, people who are feeling suicidal are dealing with conditions that will pass in time if only they can get the help that they need. In the meantime, there is much that friends and family members can do to help people who are depressed or contemplating suicide.

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Prevention first involves being able to recognize the warning signs of suicide, which can include

  • Feelings of hopelessness
  • Giving away possessions
  • Talking about death or suicide
  • Saying that they are a burden
  • Losing interest in activities
  • Extreme mood swings
  • Withdrawing from friends and family
  • Saying goodbye to family and friends

When Talking To A Suicidal Person

Do :

Be yourself :- Let the person know you care, that they are not alone. Finding the right words are not nearly as important as showing your concern.

Listen :- Let your friend or loved one vent and unload their feelings. No matter how negative the conversation seems, the fact that it is taking place is a positive sign.

Be sympathetic and non-judgmental :- The suicidal person is doing the right thing by talking about their feelings, no matter how difficult it may be to hear.

Offer Hope :- Reassure your loved one that help is available and that the suicidal feelings are temporary. Let the person know that their life is important to you.

Take the person seriously :- If a suicidal person says things like, “I’m so depressed, I can’t go on,” ask if they’re having thoughts of suicide. You’re allowing them to share their pain with you, not putting ideas in their head.

But don’t :

Argue with the suicidal person :- Let the person know you care, that they are not alone. Finding the right words are not nearly as important as showing your concern.Avoid saying things like: “You have so much to live for,” “Your suicide will hurt your family,” or “Just snap out of it.”

Act Shocked :- Lecture on the value of life, or argue that suicide is wrong.

Promise confidentiality :- A life is at stake and you may need to speak to a mental health professional in order to keep the suicidal person safe. If you promise to keep your discussions secret, you may have to break your word.

Offer ways to fix your loved one’s problems :- Give advice, or make them feel like they have to justify their suicidal feelings. It is not about how bad the problem is, but how badly it’s hurting your friend or loved one.

Blame yourself :- You can’t “fix” someone else’s depression. Your friend or loved one’s happiness, or lack thereof, is not your responsibility.