More Ways to Save a "Broken Butterfly"
(When It's Your Friend)
When You're Worried About a Friend
Say You're Concerned
When you're alone tell her, "I'm worried because you seem disconnected. Please tell me what's going on." Knowing you care can convince her to open up.
Offer to Get Her Help
It's often tough for a suicidal person to take the first step to seeing a professional. Gathering the names of local psychologists gets the ball rolling.
Follow Up
Call her a day later to see how she is and if you can help. Should she brush you off, say "If anything happened to you, I'd be devastated." Hearing that may make all the difference.
Enter Emergency Mode
If she admits she wants to end it all or jokes that her life is worthless, call 911, take her to the emergency room, or contact her family.
