I have thoughts of suicide, or someone I care about is talking about suicide. What should I do?
If you need to talk to someone or you arent sure how to help someone you care about, call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) at any time. Or type your concern using live chat (like texting online) at www.crisiscentrechat.ca between noon and 1am. They can help you, and they can suggest good local resources. If youre at risk of harm or think someone else is in danger and you need help right now, call 911. Its scary to have thoughts of suicide or hear that someone you can care about has thoughts of suicide. Thoughts of suicide dont mean that someone will end their life, but its a sign that they need extra help or support. If you have thoughts of suicide, its important to talk with your doctor or mental health service provider. If youre supporting someone else, encourage them to seek help. Coping With Suicidal Thoughts is a good resource to help you understand and manage difficult feelings. Our info sheet on suicide has information on suicide, helping someone else, and finding help. What is Suicide? is a booklet with audio in plain language for lower literacy readers. The Centre for Suicide Prevention has many resource toolkits on suicide for different audiences, including people serving in the military, young people, teens, older adults, Aboriginal community members, and LGBT community members.