Suicide and Suicidal Behavior
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Suicide and Suicidal Behavior: Prevention
Many people who attempt suicide talk about it before making the attempt. Often, the ability to talk to a sympathetic, nonjudgmental listener is enough to prevent the person from attempting suicide. For this reason suicide prevention centers have telephone "hotline" services. Again, do not ignore a suicide threat or attempted suicide.
As with any other type of emergency, it is best to immediately call the local emergency number (such as 911). Do not leave the person alone even after phone contact with an appropriate professional has been made.
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