10/09/2025
With a su***de every 90 minutes in the UK and Ireland, anything we can do to reduce this is vital. This may be a simple hello, a smile or asking someone how their day is going. Let that person know that they have been seen. Suicidal thoughts can be interrupted. The person suffering may not feel able to 'reach out' so maybe we can 'reach in'.
Changing the narrative means fostering empathy and compassion for those who are struggling. It means understanding that suicidal thoughts and feelings are a sign of immense pain and distress, but talking about suicidal thoughts does not increase their presence or occurrence. It means listening without judgment, offering support, and guiding individuals towards help.
