Helping Your Loved One Who is Suicidal: A Guide for Family and Friends

SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Publication ID: PEP20-01-03-001
Publication Date: May 2021

This guide will help families who have a loved one who is suicidal or has made a suicide attempt. It will provide information on understanding suicide, warning signs and action steps to take, and how to prevent future attempts and keep your loved one safe.

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Click here to view the guide and other suicide prevention information on the SAMSA website.

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