Be supportive and follow up. Connect the person with agencies or professionals who can help. Remove possible means of suicide. Call 911 if an attempt has begun or is imminent. Once an attempt has been made, be alert for a possible resurgence of suicidal feelings.
Risk is highest in the first six months following the attempt.
Continue to ask directly about the presence of suicidal feelings. If the person is imminently suicidal, do not leave him or her alone.