They want their pain to end. They do not want to die. Suicidal individuals have the right to have their condition brought to the attention of someone in their life who cares for them. Suicidal individuals have the right to know that they are experiencing a chemical deficiency in their bodies brought on by stress. Suicidal individuals have the right to know that medications are available, which present viable means for stabilizing their situation.
Suicidal individuals have a right to acknowledgement of their pain.
It is intense and acute. It is poorly assessed and under-treated. It must be managed. Suicidal individuals have the right to aggressive intervention by those responsible for their care when they are manifesting critical symptoms and are at high risk. Suicidal individuals feel that they have lost control.