Do's...

• Take all threats of suicide seriously
• Let the person know that you care and want to help
• Be willing to listen
• Be non-judgemental
• Offer hope that it can be solved by other means
• Call 911 if there is an immediate risk
  
  

Don'ts

• Don't try to minimize the person's feelings or situation
• Don't try to tell that person that everything will be okay
• Don't agree to keep the person's suicidal thoughts a secret
• Don't leave the person alone until you can arrange for support

If you suspect that a friend or a family member is thinking about suicide, you can call, chat online or text with a staff member at FrontLine Service 24 hours a day 7 days a week at 216.623.6888, www.FrontLineService.org or text "FLS" to 741741