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Course: Managing suicidal conversations
Suicide is a complex and emotional subject. It can be something many people find difficult or distressing to talk about, but we can all learn the skills to manage these conversations sensitively and effectively. Our Managing Suicidal Conversations course gives participants the skills and confidence to manage a conversation with someone who is having thoughts of suicide or showing signs of suicidal behaviour.
If you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care
Every hour. Every day. Every life.
Samaritans is the charity that prevents suicide through the power of human connection. Connecting people in crisis with trained volunteers who will always listen. People calling for change with those who need to listen. People who've been there before with those struggling now.
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Make today the day you make a gift to Samaritans. Your donation will help someone with suicidal thoughts get help when they need it most. Every hour. Every day. For every life.
Talk to someone
Suicidal thoughts can be complex, frightening and confusing. If you need someone to talk to, we listen. We won't judge or tell you what to do. We’re not afraid of going into difficult areas with you. Contact a Samaritan today.
What we do
We make sure there’s always someone to listen if you’re in crisis or feeling suicidal. And we unite to raise awareness of people’s experiences, create partnerships and campaign for suicide prevention. Join us.
Why we need you to be part of our Christmas story
By donating just £4.95 this Christmas, you could help a Samaritans volunteer answer a life-saving call for life.
Every hour. Every day. Every life.
Volunteer with us
Being a Samaritan means being there for people who need someone to listen. Last year around 23,000 people volunteered their time with us.
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Suicide facts and figures
We're the only organisation collating suicide data for all UK nations and Ireland.
Samaritans' Media Guidelines
Samaritans' Media Guidelines help journalists report suicide and self-harm safely and responsibly.
The internet and suicide
The role online content can play in suicide risk and self harm is complex. Read about our research and recommendations for online safety.
Our policy and research
Our research and policy work drives change that helps save more lives.