What to do and say

What would you do if you were face-to-face with someone who was talking about suicide? It’s a scary thought. But for National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, we want to play out this scene with you. Because it could happen.

Listen to our featured podcast or read the transcript. We talk about signs, symptoms and ways to interact with someone who is depressed or suicidal. We hope you’ll learn what to say or do in this situation — and that you’ll never have to put the information to use.

Special focus on young adults

A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says that 25% of young adults between 18 and 24 years old reported suicidal thoughts in June.¹ Do you have kids or know people in that age group? Then you may want to
read our Suicide Prevention Guide for Parents. Like the podcast, it teaches signs and steps to take if you think a child or young adult is in danger.

Depression and suicide are scary but knowing what to do gives you a chance to help.


¹Todd, Sarah. The CDC says 25% of US young adults considered suicide in June. Quartz. Accessed August 2020.