Suicide Prevention, Substance Abuse, & Psychiatric Emergencies

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If you suspect a patient is at risk for suicide, you can connect them to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org or 1 (800) 273-8255 (not intended for healthcare providers)

Resources

Suicide Prevention Resource Center

• General Resources for Emergency Departments
• Caring for Adult Patients with Suicide Risk: A Consensus Guide for Emergency Departments | Full Guide  | Quick Guide 
• The Role in Emergency Medical Services Providers in Preventing Suicide 

National ACEP

• Suicide Prevention Awareness

National Institute of Mental Health 

• Suicide Prevention

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

• Suicide Prevention
• Mental Health Treatment Facility Locator

National Alliance on Mental Illness

• Find Your Local NAMI

Stop a Suicide Today

• Resources for Health Care Providers