Suicide Prevention

Your Life Matters

We provide compassionate, evidence‑based care for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors, as well as their loved ones. Our team offers immediate support, therapy, and recovery options to help you find safety and hope.

Understanding Suicide

Suicide is a complex public health issue often linked to mental health or substance use challenges. People at risk may feel hopeless, trapped, or overwhelmed by emotional pain. With timely support and effective treatment, recovery is possible, and suicide risk can be reduced.

Warning Signs

Recognizing the warning signs can help save a life. Common indicators include:

• Expressing hopelessness, despair, or worthlessness.
• Talking about death or suicide, even indirectly or jokingly.
• Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities.
• Sudden mood swings, intense anxiety, or agitation.
• Increasing alcohol or drug use.
• Giving away possessions or arranging affairs.
• Significant changes in sleep or appetite.

If you notice these signs, act quickly and compassionately.

How to Help Someone in Crisis

If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 now.

For urgent but nonemergency support:

• Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Line
• Chat online at 988lifeline.org
• Text "HELLO" to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line

Three steps you can take right away:

1. Listen: Offer a calm, non-judgmental, empathetic ear.
2. Ask: Ask directly about suicidal thoughts; asking can provide relief.
3. Get Help: Contact emergency services, a crisis line, or bring the person to professional care.

Emergency and Local Resources

We provide 24/7 psychiatric emergency care at: 

Psychiatric Emergency Department 
Memorial Regional Hospital
3501 Johnson Street
Hollywood, FL

If you or a loved one needs immediate evaluation, go to the Psychiatric Emergency Department or contact 988 for immediate crisis support.