Never leave someone who is suicidal alone

One thing that is very important for all people to know is that you should NEVER leave someone who is suicidal alone. Of course unless trained about suicide many people would not identify warning signs of suicidal persons. (Everyone should get trained - preferably by an ASIST program - see link for MINDCareusa.com or ASIST ). However there are many occasions when people do know that someone is suicidal, for example if they say so or are very depressed and making more subtle statements about not being able to deal with life anymore. Again if you get some training you would know the all the warning signs. Bottom line is if you even think someone might be thinking about suicide, DO NOT under any circumstance leave that person alone. Be sure you or someone will remain with the person until safety can be ensured. Just this one decision could save a life.