Mental Health Crises Management and Suicide Prevention by Crystal Bell, EHN notes

Suicide 85% to 95% are diagnosed with a mental disorder such as Bi Polar and Depression. Male rate is higher than female, but female attempt more. Ethnicity - Suicide is higher among First Nation, Metis and Inuit communities. LGBTQ community is four times more likely to attempt suicide. Hopelessness is more of a risk than depression. Call 988 suicide prevention line across Canada. Goal: what to gain in therapy. Suicide First Aid - Canada; Mental Health Commissioner Canada Safety Plan; Mental Health APPS; CALM app. When I see someone who informs me of suicide thoughts, I ask if they imagine how they will commit it, if they ever had before, if there is a history of suicide in the family, and if they have a plan. Some have had these thoughts since childhood and they have never shared it with anyone. I normally ask them to share with their parents or someone close that they trust and normally once they do, this makes a big difference. They no longer have to carry this burden alone. I also suggest a support group, mindfulness and continued therapy. Normally, I also ask them when their last physical was and ask that they have a full examination. At times some need medication for a disorder they may have stopped taking. I usually recommend a psychiatrist for a diagnosis, since they can also provide medication if needed. There are so many people living in isolation and feeling very sad and lonely. I encourage joining activities which they enjoy and exercise. The most who commit suicide are elderly men. Keep this in mind. And if a person has been talking suicide and suddenly seems all well, be careful. This may be indicative that the person has sorted out their affairs and is ready to die.