Listen to their story without judgement.In the past three months have you taken any steps toward ending your life?.Do you have a plan for how and when you want to end your life?.Are you thinking about ending your life?.This will not push the person to attempt suicide. Ask if they are having thoughts of suicide.Talk openly and matter-of-factly about suicide. If someone you know is having thoughts of suicide you should: Speaking about mental health challenges and thoughts of suicide may be less common and less accepted in some communities. Warning signs can be different for each person. Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge.Acting anxious, agitated or behaving recklessly.Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs.Talking about feeling trapped, a burden or in unbearable pain.Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live.Looking for a way to kill themselves, such as searching online or buying a gun.Talking about wanting to die or to kill themselves.The following signs may mean someone is at risk for suicide: The risk of suicide is greater if a behavior is new, has increased, and seems related to a painful event, loss or change. You can help prevent suicide by learning the warning signs. If you do not have a suicide safety plan, you can use this Safety Plan Template (PDF) as a guide. This plan will provide you with a list of steps you can follow to feel safe if you think about harming yourself. If you have had thoughts of suicide, it might help to create or update a suicide safety plan. The first step to getting help is to let someone know how you are struggling. Talk to a friend, family member or counselor. If you are having thoughts of suicide, tell someone and seek mental health support. Coping With Thoughts of Suicide During the COVID-19 Pandemic (PDF).If you or someone you know is at immediate risk of hurting themselves and you are unable to intervene, or in immediate danger because of a health condition or other situation, call 911.
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