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Suggestions for talking with someone who is thinking of suicide
  • Explicitly acknowledge that suicide is the issue. Be direct, talk openly and matter-of-factly. 
  • Listen. Listen without judgment or advice giving. Don't lecture on the value of life or minimize the problems. 
  • Don't be sworn to secrecy.  
  • Offer hope that alternatives are available but do not offer glib reassurance.
  • Take action. Remove means, if possible without endangering yourself.
  • Get help from persons or agencies specializing in crisis intervention and suicide prevention.
  • Call 911 if an attempt is in progress.

Suggestions adapted from Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 

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