Therapist answers questions on suicide | How to help a friend and yourself through suicidal thoughts

It’s suicide awareness month, and I wanted to start this month by making this crucial video to discuss a topic that we often see as taboo or scary.  In this video, we will discuss any questions you might have about suicide like What are suicidal ideations?  What’s the difference between Intrusive suicidal thoughts vs. being suicidal?  When should I seek help from suicidal thoughts?  Will I be hospitalized if I tell my therapist about my suicidal thoughts? How do I go about telling someone about my thoughts?  How do I support a suicidal friend or loved one?  How can I help myself?  RESOURCES AND LINKS: Download your free safety plan here Get your DBT skills workbook here THERAPY DIRECTORIES (REDUCED RATE THERAPY) EMERGENCY and SUPPORT LINES 988 National suicide emergency line Suicide Prevention Line 1-800-273 TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line Text “HOME“ to 741-741 National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 The Trevor Project for LGBT youth, friends, and family members 1-866-488-7386 Trans Lifeline 877-565-8860 ____________________________ Let’s connect on Social Media! Submit Video requests through the following: Instagram: Facebook: Website: ______________________________________________________________________________ 00:00 Introduction 02:09 Quote about suicide 03:36 What are suicidal ideations? 07:05 Difference between intrusive suicidal thoughts and suicidal ideation? 08:14 When to seek help for suicidal thoughts 08:51 Will I be hospitalized if I tell my therapist about my thoughts? 10:57 How to tell someone about your suicidal thoughts 13:08 How to support someone that’s suicidal 14:53 How do I help myself if I am suicidal 17:41 National Suicide Emergency line