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10 Sep, 10 tweets, 4 min read

Thread: Many of us find talking about suicide difficult. But for someone who’s feeling suicidal, talking about it could be their first step towards getting help.

Here are some tips to help you when talking to someone about suicidal feelings this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay (1/10)

If you feel able to listen, ask open questions... (2/10)

Give them plenty of time to answer your questions. (3/10)

Always take them seriously. (4/10)

It might have been really difficult for them to open up to you, so try not to judge. (5/10)

Ask direct questions. It can help them open up about how they're feeling. (6/10)

Asking direct questions won't make them more likely to act on their suicidal feelings. (7/10)

You don't have to have all the answers. (8/10)

Remember to look after yourself too. Conversations about suicide can be really tough. (9/10)

Call 999 if you're worried someone is at immediate risk of taking their own life. (10/10)

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