TRIGGER WARNING: This blog will mention suicide and discuss strategies for suicide prevention. If you’re currently dealing with suicidal thoughts, you can call 988 if you want immediate help.
At Avalon Malibu, we understand that some topics are difficult to speak about. Suicide is one of those topics, but it’s incredibly important that we have discussions about this and also mention strategies for suicide prevention. Below are some of the things that we recommend at Avalon Malibu when it comes to suicide prevention and thinking about mental health.
Strategies for Suicide Prevention
Let’s go over some of the things that you can consider if you want to think about suicide prevention. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have further questions or want to get information that’s specific to your individual situation.
Learn Warning Signs
Did you know that there are warning signs commonly associated with someone considering suicide? By learning warning signs, you can have a better idea of whether or not someone needs increased mental health support. While learning warning signs is important, there are other things you can do.
Have Open Conversations
One of the best ways to prevent suicide is to reduce stigma. One way you can do this is by having open conversations. Open conversations give people an opportunity to share what they’re going through and get support.
When having open conversations can be difficult, it’s entirely worth it. It’s important to check on the people in your life and ask them if there are any ways that you can support their mental health.
Reduce Access
If you live with someone who deals with suicidal tendencies, then there are a few different things you can do. One of the most helpful things is to reduce access to possible means of suicide. This can mean making sure medications are locked up and weapons are not able to be easily accessed.
We understand that this is an incredibly difficult topic to talk about. If you’d like support from a mental health professional, we’re here to help. You can go ahead and give us a call today at (844) 857-5992. That number will connect you with a member of our staff who can provide you with more information about suicide prevention strategies you can implement into your life. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us today and take the next step toward improving your mental health.
