Seek immediate help from a mental health professional
Contact a psychiatrist or therapist as soon as possible
Tell a trusted person what you are experiencing
Call emergency services if you may act on suicidal thoughts
Go to the nearest emergency room if you feel unsafe
Call or text a suicide crisis hotline right away
Remove access to weapons, pills, sharp objects, and other means of self-harm
Do not stay alone if you are in immediate danger
Follow a treatment plan from a qualified clinician
Take prescribed medication exactly as directed
Attend therapy regularly
Ask about cognitive behavioral therapy
Ask about interpersonal therapy
Ask about other evidence-based treatments
Keep all follow-up appointments
Be honest about suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and substance use
Maintain a regular sleep schedule
Eat regular meals
Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs
Get some physical activity each day if possible
Spend time with supportive people
Break tasks into very small steps
Reduce isolation
Use a crisis plan
Write down emergency contacts
Use grounding techniques during intense distress
Reach out for help before symptoms worsen
Seek urgent care if you cannot function, eat, sleep, or stay safe