The Peaceful Pill Handbook

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CALM is leading a movement against suicide. They offer accredited confidential, anonymous and free support, information and signposting to people anywhere in the UK through their helpline and webchat service. It’s common for people to not consider themselves to be a carer. If you give someone lots of support, such as emotional or practical support, you are a carer. Even people who feel as badly as you are feeling now manage to survive these feelings. Take hope in this. There is a very good chance that you are going to live through these feelings, no matter how much self-loathing, hopelessness, or isolation you are currently experiencing. Just give yourself the time needed and don't try to go it alone. Reaching out for help Repeating to yourself that you can get past these feelings can help you regain hope and focus on getting through it. CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) has a helpline (5 pm to midnight) and webchat for anyone who’s having a tough time and needs to talk.

Focus on people they care about, and who care about them. And who they might hurt by leaving them behind In other countries– Visit IASP or Suicide.org to find a helpline in your country. How to cope with suicidal thoughtsTalking about suicide – Any talk about suicide, dying, or self-harm, such as “I wish I hadn't been born,”“If I see you again…” and “I'd be better off dead.” Encourage them to seek help that they are comfortable with. Such as help from a doctor or counsellor, or support through a charity such as the Samaritans Urge the person to seek treatment. Someone who is thinking about suicide or is very depressed may not have the energy or motivation to find help. If the person doesn't want to see a doctor or mental health professional, you can suggest other sources for help. Support groups, crisis centers, and faith communities are good options. A teacher or another trusted person also can help. You can offer support and advice too — but remember that it's not your job to take the place of a mental health professional.

Be yourself. Let the person know you care, that they are not alone. Finding the right words are not nearly as important as showing your concern.It’s important to know that many people have felt the way you feel, and have overcome it. They have gone on to live happy and joyful lives. And have often spoken out about how glad they are they didn’t ending their lives. Although it might seem as if your pain and unhappiness will never end, it is important to realize that crises are usually temporary. Solutions are often found, feelings change, unexpected positive events occur. Remember: suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. Give yourself the time necessary for things to change and the pain to subside. Even problems that seem hopeless have solutions