Suicide Safety Plan

Anyone who is at risk of suicide should use a Suicide Safety Plan, particularly those who have a diagnosed mental health condition, a history of suicidal behavior, or who self-identify as being at risk.

A Suicide Safety Plan should be used whenever a person is in crisis and experiencing suicidal thoughts. It can also be used as a preventative tool when warning signs of a crisis are identified.

The Suicide Safety Plan is a step-by-step guide to navigating through a crisis. It starts with recognizing warning signs and moves through internal coping strategies, social interaction, professional contact, and environmental safety measures, and ends with reminding oneself of personal reasons to stay alive.