Loving Someone with Suicidal Thoughts: What Family, Friends, and Partners Can Say and Do

If you love someone who has suicidal thoughts, you may feel fearful of saving or doing the wrong thing. You may wonder, "How can I keep my loved one safe? What are the signs of suicide risk? When should I intervene or seek outside help to protect someone I care about? What can I do to cope better?" This book can help answer your questions, and guide you in supporting your one-without sacrificing your own needs and well-being. Written by a psychotherapist and expert in suicidology, this compassionate guide offers essential skills you can use to open the lines of communication and approach your loved one with empathy and understanding, as well as practical strategies for navigating your own stress, worry, fear, and anxiety. Drawn from effective techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindful self-compassion, and more, the tools in this book will help you recognize the warning signs of suicide risk, create a safety plan, and help your loved one in crisis.