Depending on the details surrounding your child's suicide attempt, they may have been admitted into the emergency room or hospital for acute care. In some states, a mandatory overnight or three-day stay is required for suicidal patients. The primary focus at first is in stabilizing your child's medical condition. After that occurs, a full psychiatric evaluation is performed and your child is closely observed for reattempt. The evaluation is geared towards: Determining your child's medical history (i.e. any medical conditions, medications, history of substance use, head injuries, etc.) Performing a mental status exam Getting labs ordered (i.e. toxicology screenings, blood glucose, complete blood count, etc.) Assessing your child for common mental disorders that accompany suicide attempts, such as depression or alcohol abuse Evaluating their support system Evaluating their coping resources Assessing for the likelihood of a second attempt Know that, after this first attempt, your child is at an increased risk of later dying by suicide. As much as 20% of those who attempt actually go on to successfully complete a suicide. To give your child the best chances, do not allow your child to be released from the hospital without a plan for moving forward. Be certain that you have a referral or appointment scheduled for an outpatient psychologist, psychiatrist, or counselor. Make sure you have any prescriptions in hand so that you can get them filled as soon as possible. Ensure that both your child and your family is equipped with the knowledge and resources to identify suicidal ideation and get help in the future. Your child's medical provider should sit down and have your child complete a paper form safety plan. This form outlines coping strategies your child can apply on her own when she feels suicidal, such as exercising, praying, listening to music, or journal writing. The plan also lists your child's support network like friends, family members, and spiritual advisors that your child can reach out to for help. In addition, contact numbers for mental health providers and suicide hotlines are provided. The plan will also discuss what means your child has for dying by suicide and ways they can reduce their access to these potential weapons. Your child will be asked about the likelihood of following the safety plan and the importance of compliance will be emphasized. . Your child's safety plan is useless unless they know and understand the warning signs for suicide. Your child must be able to thoroughly examine their own thoughts and behaviors to decide when the resources in the plan must be put to use. The warning signs may include, but are not limited to: depression or particularly low mood for an extended period of time loss of interest in normally pleasurable activities feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or hopelessness remarkable change in personality substance use withdrawal from family, friends, and regular activities giving away possessions talking or writing about death or suicide decline in performance in school or work As your child regularly reviews their safety plan and attends outpatient or group psychotherapy, it may also be helpful to participate in a local support group for suicide attempt survivors. Such a group may help your child to forge connections with others who have endured a similar journey, help them to assimilate their mental disorder or suicide attempt into their self-concept or identity, and give them support to cope with suicidal ideation or depression. Support groups are also available to guide families through the difficult time of coping with a loved one who has attempted suicide. Family conflict, abuse, and communication blocks may contribute to adolescent suicidal ideation. Most traditional treatment methods are directed at helping the adolescent develop coping strategies and problem-solving skills. However, research has shown that the influence of family can be integral to reduced depressive and suicidal symptoms in adolescents. One type of family therapy, called Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT), has been proven to be effective in improving the functioning and relationships of the family after a suicide attempt. This form of therapy strives to get adolescents and their families working together to problem-solve and increase communication. Adolescents are seen one-on-one to identify barriers in the family that prevent communication and develop skills to overcome those barriers. Then, parents are seen one-on-one to learn healthier parenting strategies and how to be more loving and supporting with the children. Finally, everyone meets together to build skills that improve functioning and communication. During this time it is important to work on your relationship with all of your children. The other siblings may be emotionally neglected after one child has attempted suicide. Some of these issues may be addressed in family therapy. Still, make an effort to talk to each of your children about how they are coping during this trying time.
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One-sentence summary -- Ensure that your child is properly examined in the hospital. Set your child up for outpatient therapy and medication management. Develop a safety plan. Beware of the warning signs Join support groups. Consider family therapy.

Article: If you're driving to this event in a group, offer to be the designated driver. Having a reason to stay sober will help others respect your decision. Very few people will offer a drink to someone who's driving people home afterward. If they do, you'll have an understandable excuse. Spend time with other designated drivers when at the party or special event. There is often strength in numbers when it comes to peer pressure. Go with a group to this special event, and let them know beforehand you don't plan to drink. You can tell them why if you feel comfortable, or you can just tell them you're cutting back on alcohol. Your friends can offer their support if others start pressuring you. Choose friends you trust and know will respect your decision. If you have a friend who also doesn't drink, ask them to come. Don't rely too heavily on your friends' support. You may spend time without them at this event and will need your own motivation. Tell the host you do not drink to avoid awkward situations. Your host will them know not to offer you a drink or toast with you. You can avoid hurting their feelings, and they can avoid putting you in an uncomfortable situation. Decide on a few phrases you will say beforehand if someone offers you a drink. If you don't plan a response or two, you might feel tongue-tied when the moment comes. Your response doesn't have to be vulnerable or complicated: even a simple, "I appreciate it, but no thanks!" will do. If you think you might be tempted, stay away from people or places you might give into pressure. Drinking when you've decided not to will only hurt your self-respect in the long run. Prevent putting yourself in a compromising situation by avoiding it entirely. Ask yourself personal questions if you feel pressured: why do I want to give in? What will I lose if I have a drink? What's more important: long-term satisfaction or short-term comfort? Don't let anyone or anything compromise your personal convictions.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Become the designated driver. Let your friends know so you have allies. Give the host an advance notice, if applicable. Prepare a few stock phrases in advance. Avoid situations where you know you'll be triggered.