11/27/2025
Here are some tips for helping your friend, collegue, or family member through a su***de loss.
-Talk to them about the person who died in the same way you would about someone who died from any type of death.
-Allow them to talk freely. They may need to tell their story over and over again.
-Don't try to provide answers to unanswerable questions. "I don't know" is preferable than trying to guess.
-Avoid using common phrases such as "committed su***de" since "commit" unintentionally communicates sin or crimes. Instead use "died by su***de" or "ended his/her/their life".
Learn more helpful tips and resources by viewing the Help & Hope resource at https://bit.ly/3Phf7U4