I’ve lost 3 men in my life to suicide, 1 very close and very recently. What resources can I engage with to help. Literally what can I do, outside of generic advice, what’s an action I can proactively take. Are suicide hotlines still a thing? Is being an operator on there possible and what qualifications are there.

  • nocturne@slrpnk.net
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    1 day ago

    I wish I had sage advice for you. I lost my first born to suicide 13 years ago this month, and my best friend 3 4 years ago.

    My son was in therapy, among other things to help. I kept telling them he needed to be in inpatient psychiatric care, with constant suicide watch. They disagreed.

    My best friend was in a depression spiral, stemming from a work related back injury.

    I was actively trying to help both. I realize now, I am not properly equipped to help alone.

    Edit: I realized my friend went in 2022, not 2023.