You are not alone.
Many people consider suicide as a way to escape the pain and suffering in their life, but suicide is a permanent solution to what may be a temporary problem. Please reach out. There is help.
Reach out to friends and family. Many people feel immediate relief just from having shared their story.
Reach out to someone trained to assist. Talking with a counselor can often help you to find alternative ways to address problems so that suicide no longer feels like the only option.
If suicidal thoughts have become so intense that you fear you may act on them please reach out:
Suicide & Crisis helpline is available by calling or texting 988, you can also Chat
Daymark Recovery Services offers crisis services to the community for free. Please call 877.492.2785. *even after hours
If you are a student please call the ASU Counseling Center line at (828) 262-3180 and select the option to speak with the counselor on call. *even after hours
Call 911 for immediate attention
To hear stories of others who have been affected by thoughts or acts of suicide go to: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org and http://attemptsurvivors.com/