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15SUICIDE, GRIEF& SUPPORTWe want New Zealanders to know what putspeople at risk of suicide, what warning signswe can all look out for, how to get help forourselves or someone else and what we cando to prevent people from becomingsuicidal. We want our families, whānau andcommunity to feel empowered to care fortheir loved ones when they need support.HELPING A MATE OUTIf you think someone may be suicidal, askthem. It could save their life.• Asking about suicide will not put thethought in their head.• Ask them directly about their thoughts ofsuicide and what they are planning. If theyhave a specific plan, they need help rightaway.• Ask them if they would like to talk aboutwhat’s going on for them with you orsomeone else. They might not want to openup straight away, but letting them knowyou are there for them is a big help.• Listen and don’t judge. Take themseriously and let them know you care.• Help them to find and access the supportthey need from people they trust: friends,family, kaumātua, religious, community orcultural leaders, or professionals.• Don't leave them alone – make suresomeone stays with them until they get help.• Support them to access professional help,like a doctor or counsellor, as soon aspossible. Offer to help them make anappointment, and go with them if you can.• If they don't get the help they need the firsttime, keep trying. Ask them if they wouldlike your help explaining what they need to aprofessional.SUPPORT INFORMATIONMENTALHEALTH.ORG.NZSTAROS Affected by Suicide SupportTrust provides information and supportfor those bereaved by suicide withinNew Zealand. Losing a loved one tosuicide changes your lifeforever and supporting each other helpsus to manage the impact suicide has onour lives.• Need to talk? Free call or text1737 any time for support froma trained counsellor• Lifeline 0800 543 354 or 09522 2999 or free text 4357(HELP)• Suicide Prevention Helpline0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOK0)• Youthline 0800 376 633 orfree text 234• Samaritans 0800 726 666.
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