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Family & Friends

Having suicidal thoughts is not uncommon. Lots of people have had suicidal thoughts and worked through them. Although it may be hard, asking for help is the most important thing to do. If someone you know has a current or specific plan for suicide, and has immediate access to the way to kill themselves, they are at high risk for suicide.

In this situation you must:

• Act quickly and don’t leave the person alone.
• Ensure the person does not have access to lethal weapons and medications.
• Inform the person you must act on the information and inform others.
• Get immediate help from mental health crisis services. See In Crisis for contact details.
• In an emergency, call 111.