Understanding and Helping the Suicidal Individual - Ways to be Helpful to Someone Who is Threatening Suicide

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Adapted from the American Association of Suicidology

1. Be aware. Learn the warning signs.
2. Get involved. Become available. Show interest and support.
3. Ask if he/she is thinking about suicide.
4. Be direct. Talk openly and freely about suicide.
5. Be willing to listen. Allow for expression of…