Hi - Just to start off - I'm not in my teens nor is the person I am concerned about, so the fact that suicide was brought up was a little scary for me. My friend is feeling really down, and rightfully so, I know the situation and it really REALLY sucks. My friend isnt one to complain about things or to be "fake" suicidal, it's just not like him/her. He/She is a VERY unique person and sometimes hard to read. I'm concerned - What would you do if your friend said he/she wanted to die and you thought he/she was serious about it? What should I do? How can I help? Anyone?
Thank you guys, any feedback asap would be awesome.
2006-07-30 15:42:07 · 6 answers · asked by mugeagles18 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
I would talk with him/her and try to get him/her in to counseling as soon as possible. He/she can be helped no matter how bad the situation. Suicide is final and is no answer to a problem.
Good Luck!!
2006-07-30 15:47:09 · answer #1 · answered by No one 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
So many possible ways to intervene. I always begin anything serious with prayer. If you are not one to seek devine intervention, then you are still not on your own. There are hotlines your friend can call. There are suicide hotlines 1-800-SUICIDE or 1-800-273-TALK. The number for Boys Town national hotline (not just for boys) is 1-800-448-3000. It may be a good idea for you to be there with your friend while he/she is on the phone with a hotline. If friend stated that death is an option, do not avoid direct confrontation. Do not be afraid of the subject. Talking about it makes it more real. If you feel you are not qualified, call a hotline. If friend won't call a hotline, call one yourself to seek advice. I have been in this situation several times before and they are all different. Unfortunately, I cannot give specific advice because I do not know your friend, nor you, nor the situation your friend is facing. If you and your friend are both the praying type, pray together or even with a larger group or go seek the advice and prayer of a clergyman. God bless you and your friend and I will pray for you both. I hope I have been able to help.
2006-07-30 15:59:27 · answer #2 · answered by juggernaut 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Suicidal threats are usually a cry for help..you really need to talk to this person or maybe even call a suicide hotline and let them talk to the person..social workers and medical personnel are required by law to report any potential harm to a person..
2006-07-30 15:48:30 · answer #3 · answered by yeahitsme 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all do not leave this person alone. You need to get them some help, a counselor would be great. They have programs that your friend could get involved in at hospitals. Please help your friend by having them contact her/his doctor. He would know where the best help would be. I am serious when I say do not leave your friend alone. I just had someone important to me and my family commit suicide and she was 27. Please do not give up on your friend and take her/him to the Dr and get some help.
2006-07-30 15:50:31 · answer #4 · answered by Marie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
push them to talk to you... i mean maybe all he/she needs is a shoulder to cry on and engouragment to do it..if that does not work try to get her to talk to one of the hotlines (maybe it would be easier to talk to a stranger then some one they know) or tell he/she to talk online or write a letter and let it all out......i like the idea of talking best though......tell person who lives with this perosn to be extra carefull and not to leave any pills out or anthing.lock firearm if have any
2006-07-30 15:48:49 · answer #5 · answered by Love Exists? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say go for it, If they give up that easy in life then they won't make it very far anyway
2006-07-30 15:47:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋