What do I say to someone in non crisis or crisis situation??
The hard questions to ask and techniques you can learn in our MHFA classes.

ASK THE HARD QUESTION...
Are you going to kill yourself?

A GREAT RESPONSE
I don't know what to say. I'm glad you told me and I want to support you.

ANOTHER RESPONSE
Thank you for telling me. Do you want me to listen or brainstorm solutions?
Because we aren't trying to reinvent the wheel...
Mental Health Resources
Anyone struggling with mental health concerns.
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml
https://www.invitationwellness.com/
Attempt Survivors
Coping with the deep hurt after surviving a suicide attempt and finding hope is possible.
http://lifelineforattemptsurvivors.org
https://www.suicidology.org/
www.drugrehab.com/guides/suicide-risks/
https://www.drugrehab.com/addiction/alcohol/
Disaster Survivors
The road to emotional recovery after a natural or human-caused disaster can be long, but you’re not alone.
https://www.redcross.org/get-help.html
https://www.ready.gov/coping-with-disaster
Ayuda En Español
Lifeline ofrece 24/7, gratuito servicios en español, no es necesario hablar ingles si usted necesita ayuda.
https://store.samhsa.gov/shin/content/SVP08-0160S/SVP08-0160S.pdf
https://store.samhsa.gov/shin/content/SVP06-0158SP/SVP06-0158SP.pdf
LGBTQ+
Suicidal feelings and mental health struggles can affect more LGBTQ+ people than straight/cis people. Find resources for yourself and to help support a loved one that may be struggling.
https://itgetsbetter.org
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
http://www.translifeline.org/
Support and help for LGBTQ-owned small businesses:
https://www.finimpact.com/support-lgbtq-owned-small-businesses/
Native Americans
Depression and suicide affect people of all ages and populations, but Native American and Alaskan Native populations can be at a higher risk.
https://www.ihs.gov/suicideprevention/
https://www.wernative.org/articles/wanting-to-end-your-life
https://www.aspeninstitute.org/programs/center-for-native-american-youth/
Men
Mental health and suicide resources designed for men specifically.
https://www.sprc.org/populations/men
https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/September-2018/Addressing-Male-Suicide
https://headsupguys.org/mens-depression/suicide/
Veterans
For veterans, crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. If you’re a veteran or service member and in crisis, these resources can help.
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
https://maketheconnection.net/family-friends
https://www.mission22.com/#ourcause
Youth
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people between 10 to 24. Sometimes your struggle can be underestimated because of your age. But we hear you, and help is available.
http://youmatter.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
https://www.activeminds.org/
https://www.stopbullying.gov/
https://www.loveisrespect.org/
http://www.thebriproject.org/
Loss Survivors
If you have lost a loved one to suicide, you are not alone. There are resources available to help survivors of suicide loss cope.
http://www.personalgriefcoach.net/
https://afsp.org/find-support/ive-lost-someone/
https://save.org/what-we-do/grief-support/
http://www.survivorsofsuicide.com/help_heal.shtml