What is the anonymous number you call if you think someone is suicidal?
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Call 1-800-SUICIDE or talk to an adult you trust that can help you find your dad some help. If you need anything you can IM me or email me! Good Luck
1800 suicide
If you think he is serious. call your local mental heath service or crisis center, there numbers are found in the front of phone books, in the blue government section, or you can contact you local emergency response team, good luck
If your loved one is at imminent risk of suicide, call the police or emergency personnel, or take them to a hospital emergency room if possible. Some people who are a danger to themselves may need to get help against their will, such as involuntary hospitalization. If possible, find out if they're under the influence of alcohol or drugs or if they may have taken an overdose.
If the danger isn't imminent, offer to work together to find appropriate help, and then follow through on your promise. Someone who is suicidal or has severe depression may not have the energy or motivation to find help on their own. You may be able to make phone calls to set up medical appointments or go along with them, or help sort through health insurance policies for benefits information.
Many types of help and support are available. If your friend or loved one doesn't want to consult a doctor or mental health professional, suggest finding help from a support group, faith community or other trusted contact.
There's no way to predict for sure who will attempt suicide. And although you're not responsible for preventing someone from taking their own life, your intervention may help them see that other options are available.
Direct questioning, supportive listening and gentle but persistent guidance can help you bring hope and appropriate treatment to someone who believes suicide will offer the only relief.
The number you need is 1-800-SUICIDE
Suicide Hot line, it is in the front of your tele. phone book.
You also can call 911, and they will connect you to the appropriate agency. My best to you and your dad.
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