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Suicide: What to do when someone is suicidal
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Start by asking questions
Look for warning signs
For immediate help
Teenagers: When someone you know is suicidal
Offer support
Take all signs of suicidal behavior seriously
Start by asking questions
Look for warning signs
For immediate help
Teenagers: When someone you know is suicidal
Offer support
Take all signs of suicidal behavior seriously
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When someone says he or she is thinking about suicide, or says things that sound as if the person is considering suicide, it can be very upsetting. You may not be sure what to do to help, whether you should take talk of suicide seriously, or if your intervention might make the situation worse. Taking action is always the best choice. Here's what to do.