The Finding Peace Podcast

How to Help Someone Who is Feeling Suicidal


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In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Christopher Lee, a member of the Yuma Community Suicide Prevention Coalition.  He shares the importance of asking direct questions about suicide to someone who may be experiencing deep sadness, a recent loss, or going through a difficult time.

Here is a list of Warning Signs of Suicide:

  • Talking about wanting to die
  • Looking for a way to kill oneself
  • Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose
  • Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
  • Feeling like being a burden to others
  • Increasing the use of drugs or alcohol
  • Acting anxious, agitated, or reckless,
  • Changes in sleep patterns
  • Withdrawing or isolating
  • Showing rage or talking about revenge
  • Extreme mood swings
  • Christopher shared the QPR model:

    Question the person about suicide

    Persuade the person to get help

    Refer the person for help

    During our interview, the following resources were shared:

    The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

    https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

    1-800-273-TALK (8255)

    or TEXT "Hello" to 741741

     

    Yuma Community Suicide Prevention Coalition:

    Facebook.com/YCSPC

    Yuma Crisis Line: 1-866-495-6735

    If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, there is hope and there is help.  Use one of the resources above to get help!

     

     

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