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Listen to your friend with
concern.
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Ask your friend if he ever felt this bad
before. If so, how did he handle the situation?
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Share a time when you felt pretty bad
and assure your friend that things can and will change.
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be especially concerned if your friend
take drugs and/or alcohol because their judgement is imparied.
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Ask if your friend has suicidal
thoughts.
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Let your friend know that many people
think about suicide but never actually attempt it.
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Give your friend a hotline number and
make sure your friend calls.
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Stay with a depressed person. Do
something together.
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If your friend is suicidal and refuses
to get help, tell a responsibel adult as soon as possible.
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Make specific plans to see your friend
the next day.
