How to help someone who’s contemplating suicide.

5-Minute “Helper Tasks” section of the full-length 2008 video, Understanding and Preventing Suicide. Courtesy of the Glendon Association.

• Get involved, show interest & support
• Listen without judgment or criticism
• Let them know you care
• Offer hope that alternatives are available
• Take all threats seriously; Ask about any current crisis
• Make a plan to get them professional help
• Give them emergency numbers
• Ask directly about their suicidal thoughts
• Inform family members & friends
• Never agree to keep their suicidal thoughts to yourself
• Remove access to means of suicide