Encourage them to talk and listen without judgment
Check in regularly and stay connected
Help with daily tasks and routines
Encourage sleep, meals, hydration, and movement
Support professional help from a therapist or doctor
Offer to help schedule appointments or go with them
Reduce isolation by inviting them to simple activities
Be patient and consistent
Avoid minimizing their feelings or giving harsh advice
Ask directly about suicidal thoughts if you are concerned
Contact emergency services or a crisis line if there is immediate danger
Remove or secure means of self-harm if possible
Take care of your own mental health too