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• Do not leave the person alone, if you feel the risk to their safety is immediate. |
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• Do not treat the threat lightly—even if the person begins to joke about it. |
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• Do not act shocked or condemn. There may not be another cry for help. |
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• Do not point out to them how much better off they are than others. This increases feelings of guilt and worthlessness. |
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• Do not swear yourself to secrecy. |
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• Do not offer simple solutions. |
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• Do not suggest drugs or alcohol as a solution. |
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• Do not judge the person. |
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• Do not try to counsel the person yourself, get professional help! |
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