A person may need emergency treatment after a suicide attempt.
They may need first aid, People who try to commit suicide may
need to stay in a hospital for treatment and to reduce the risk
of future attempts. Therapy is one of the most important parts
of treatment. The condition that may have caused the suicide
attempt should be treated. This includes: - Bipolar disorder -
Borderline personality disorder - Drug or alcohol dependence -
Major depression People who are at risk for suicidal behavior
may not get treated for many reasons, including: - They believe
nothing will help - They do not want to tell anyone they have
problems - They think it is a sign of weakness to ask for help -
They do not know where to go for help If you or someone you know
is thinking about suicide, there are numbers that you can call
from anywhere in the United States, 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week: 1-800-SUICIDE or 1-800-999-9999. As with any other type of
emergency, call the local emergency number (such as 911) right
away if someone