What is Suicidal Thought Really?

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We tend to characterize suicidal thoughts in two ways. Passive and active. When you plan out your actions, active suicidal thinking occurs. Although you may not have actually created the plan, you are still considering your options. You can still start to implement the plan.

Self-harm is sometimes mistaken for suicide. It may be intentional, but it can also be a result of someone cutting themselves to relieve tension and make them feel more real. Overdoses of pills may be used by some people to seek help or to let others know they are suffering.

You can make a suicide plan. This should be done with the guidance of your doctor or therapist. You can also think it through yourself if you don’t have one. A safety plan is a list that includes coping strategies and support resources you can use in times of suicidal thoughts. This safety plan is 6-steps and is based on research. I also have references. These steps will need to be written down. I will provide a link to a template you can download from this website.

Step 1 – Identify warning signs.
Step 2 – Write down your coping strategies.
Step 3: Identify social contacts and settings that could distract you from the crisis.
Step 4: Engage friends and family members. List 3 or more people, in order of priority. The first person to be added should be the most supportive. Step 5: Contact a professional agency.
Step 6 – Make your environment safe.

Last but not least, ask yourself: What is one thing in your life that is most important
?sufficient to keep me alive. This is the one thing you should write down so that you can stay focused on the main reason why you are going to implement your plan.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK [8255]

Download the Safety Plan Template by clicking here.

References
Stanley, B. Stanley, B. Cognitive and Behavioral
Practice, 19(2), 256-264.

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