Suicide Help: Crisis Management Resource Download English PDF, 1.37MB, PDF Download Chinese PDF, 1.26MB, PDFThings to Know About Suicide CrisisA suicide crisis occurs when an emotionally distraught person is so overwhelmed that he or she sees no other practical solution to resolve the situation and seriously considers taking his or her own life. Who May Be at Risk?Loss of a loved oneAnticipatory griefChronic disease, chronic pain or diagnosis of a terminal illnessFinancial or legal problemsAcademic or work related stressRelationship conflictsRelapse of pre-existing mental illnessHistory of suicide attempts/self-harmOngoing alcohol or substance abuseLook Out for These Signs 1. Mood changes 2. Behavioural Changes 3. Seek Immediate Help if the Person-at-Risk is: Expressing thoughts about ending one's lifeLooking up ways to end one's lifeWriting a will/ farewell notes or giving away possessions Note: Do not be afraid to ask person-at-risk about their suicidal thoughts.Ensuring a Safe Environment Helping Someone in Crisis Listen to UnderstandListen to the person attentively & encourage him/her to open up.Check how the person is coping so far and help to reframe negative thoughts.Explore with him/her possible resources or solutions for the problem.Do not judge as every individual copes with stress differently. Avoid criticising the person and remember to be supportive. Seek Professional Help PromptlyBe aware of available mental health resourcesContinue to support the person in seeking professional help as he/she may feel helpless and find it difficult to seek help on his/her own.ResourcesEmergency Contacts Samaritans of Singapore (SOS)1800 221 4444 24 Hours Hotline Institute of Mental Health (IMH) helpline6389 2222 24 Hours Hotline Police999 Ambulance995 (For emergency cases)1777 (For non-emergency cases)Non-emergency Counselling Services National Care Helpline1800 202 686824 Hours Hotline (Available during COVID-19 only) Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH) Helpline1800 283 7019Mon - Fri (9am to 1pm & 2am to 6pm) Silver Ribbon (Singapore)6385 3714 Mon – Fri (9am to 5pm) TOUCHline Counselling1800 377 2252Mon – Fri (9am to 6pm) Care Corner Counselling Centre *For mandarin-speaking counselling1800 353 5800Mon – Fri (10am to 10pm) Family Service Centre (FSC)1800 222 0000Mon – Fri (7am to 12am)