If you or someone you know needs help:
Distress Line: 519-745-1166
Youth Line: 519-745-9909
Crisis Line: 519-744-1813; 1-866-366-4566
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Warning signs:
Threatens suicide
Talks about wanting to die
Shows changes in behaviour, appearance or mood
Abuses drugs or alcohol
Deliberately injures themselves
Appears depressed, sad or withdrawn
You can help:
Stay calm and listen
Let them talk about their feelings
Be accepting; do not judge
Ask if they have suicidal thoughts
Take threats seriously
Don\'t promise secrecy - Tell someone
Source: Canadian Mental Health Association, Grand River Branch
Distress Line: 519-745-1166
Youth Line: 519-745-9909
Crisis Line: 519-744-1813; 1-866-366-4566
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Warning signs:
Threatens suicide
Talks about wanting to die
Shows changes in behaviour, appearance or mood
Abuses drugs or alcohol
Deliberately injures themselves
Appears depressed, sad or withdrawn
You can help:
Stay calm and listen
Let them talk about their feelings
Be accepting; do not judge
Ask if they have suicidal thoughts
Take threats seriously
Don\'t promise secrecy - Tell someone
Source: Canadian Mental Health Association, Grand River Branch