In this section
- Suicide Statistics
- When We Speak Up, We Save Lives: A Guide to Community-Based Suicide Prevention Efforts
- Understanding Suicidal Thinking
- If You Are Feeling Suicidal
- What You Can Do to Fight Suicidal Thoughts
- Recognizing Warning Signs in Others
- Responding to an Emergency Situation
- What You Can Do to Help Someone
If you have begun to think of suicide, it’s important to recognize these thoughts for what they are: expressions of a treatable, medical health condition. Don’t let embarrassment stand in the way of vital communication with your physician, family, or friends. Take immediate action and talk to somebody today. Remember, suicide is a permanent solution to a problem that is temporary.
When people don’t understand the facts about suicide, they may respond in ways that can cut off communication and worsen their feelings. That’s why it’s important to find someone you trust and can talk with honestly and openly. It’s also why your mental health professional is an important resource in helping you—and your family.
