ask outright if the person is thinking of suicide
listen & allow the person to share their feelings
take all threats seriously
report it to a responsible adult
any/all of the above
2007-04-18 09:21:07 · 6 answers · asked by Angel 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Ummm im taking a test sooo, this has nuthin to do with me, or my friends lol
2007-04-18 09:31:32 · update #1
all of the above.
2007-04-18 09:26:46 · answer #1 · answered by redundantredundancy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you truly believe that this person is suicidal, you should report it to a responsible adult. The fact that you use that term at all tells me that you are a young person, and in no way capable of handling this on your own. You owe it to yourself and your friend to enlist the help of those who can really do something...
2007-04-18 09:27:52 · answer #2 · answered by Super Ruper 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Straight out asking the person is probably not the best approach. They will be embarrassed and defensive and if they say it out loud they may become compelled to follow through.
Listen and if you become worried, report it and let a pro do their thing to help your friend
2007-04-18 09:27:01 · answer #3 · answered by VENTURACHICK 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes all of the above.
2007-04-18 09:28:14 · answer #4 · answered by redd headd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all of the above, especially the listen part.
most 'suicidals' try to kill themselves because they feel that no one cares. if you actually sit down and talk/listen, they feel that they have a purpose.
if that fails, seek help immediately. if someone close to them can't stop it, he or she must be seen by therapists.
2007-04-18 09:31:27 · answer #5 · answered by goofy_hog 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree all of the above.
2007-04-18 09:29:41 · answer #6 · answered by dizzymom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋