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Starting a conversation about suicide

Plain-language prompts to ask about safety — not therapy, but a bridge to care.

When to use: Training supportive others — pair with local crisis resources.

Clinician tip: Use your jurisdiction’s risk assessment protocol in session.

Plain-language prompts to ask about safety — not therapy, but a bridge to care. Use the worksheet in session or as homework. Preview the layout on the right — tap it or choose View full preview below for the complete on-screen version.

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If someone is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services. This sheet supports caring questions, not assessment certification.

  • ☐“Sometimes when people feel trapped, they think about not being alive. Is that happening for you?”
  • ☐“I’m glad you told me. We can figure out next steps together.”
  • ☐“Who else safe should know so you’re not carrying this alone?”

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Disclaimer: For professional use in your practice only. Not emergency care. Not legal or medical advice. Customize templates for your jurisdiction and ethics code. You may use with clients; do not resell or republish as your own product without permission.
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