Communicating when someone dies by suicide is a very sensitive issue and there are ways not to go about it. /1
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If you know someone who has died by suicide, be aware that their family members or friends might see your post about their loved one’s death. /2 #chatsafe #ProjectCovidNg
They are likely to be grieving and struggling with a range of intense feelings, so it’s important to be sensitive and be careful with the language you use. /3 #chatsafe #ProjectCovidNg
If you are writing or sharing a post about someone who has died by suicide, only post what you know to be true and encourage others to do the same. /4 #chatsafe #ProjectCovidNg
Avoid speculating about an individual’s thoughts or feelings leading up to the suicide or about why the person took their life. /5 #chatsafe #ProjectCovidNg
Finally, avoid Posting or sharing information that you are unsure of or that you know is inaccurate. It is disrespectful to the dead person and to their family. /6 #chatsafe #ProjectCovidNg
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