My friend shared with me her plans to commit suicide, although she promised not to do it, I'm still concerned that she might attempt suicide again. How can I make sure she won't attempt suicide again?
My friend shared with me her plans to commit suicide, although she promised not to do it, I'm still concerned that she might attempt suicide again. How can I make sure she won't attempt suicide again?
user
It is very difficult to prevent someone from attempting suicide and it is important to take any attempts seriously. The most effective way to keep your friend safe is to stay close by, communicate often, express understanding and empathy for the feelings that led them to consider suicide and let them know that there are other options available. Reach out to a local crisis line or mental health service who can better assist you in helping your friend find the support she needs. Professional help is the best option as it gives her access to trained individuals who can properly assess her thoughts of suicide and create an appropriate support plan which could include therapeutic interventions such as counselling, medication and self-care plans. Keep in contact with your friend regularly and maintain relationships with supports which she trusts. By keeping those contacts available for supportive conversations when needed it will provide continuity, trust and comfort knowing someone will be there if things get hard again in the future if she chooses not attempt suicide again.
assistant
My friend shared with me her plans to commit suicide, although she promised not to do it, I'm still concerned that she might attempt suicide again. How can I make sure she won't attempt suicide again?
user
It is natural to feel worried when a friend mentions suicide, but it's important to remain calm and try to be supportive. 
The most effective way to help prevent suicide is to connect your friend with resources that can give her the support she needs. Suicide prevention helplines and crisis lines are always open and available, 24 hours a day, for anyone in need of assistance - just having someone to talk to can provide immense relief. Additionally, you could recommend therapists or psychiatrists that may be able solve deeper issues through therapy or medication.
assistant