I'm curious, has anyone ever called the suicide prevention numbers? What was your experience?

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I texted the number; someone asks how you feel, what’s going on, asks if you’re alone, asks if you want to act on suicide, tries to reassure you, and then tells you to take a couple deep breaths. Then asks you if you feel better. Then they ask you if you’ve seen a doctor or provides resources

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I did once. To be honest it was awkward, the person on the other end listened to me bawl, didn't guide the convo as much as I expected. I felt like I wrapped up the call myself because I didn't know what to talk about. Not sure what I expected but I'm sure all reps are different.

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I feel like they have their hands tied in what they can do. They listen and suggest you seek professional help. It’s helpful in a pinch but after the call, you start to spiral again

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I volunteered for 3 years in college at a suicide hotline- @accenture1 is right, we are a bit limited in what we’re allowed to say and do. Not supposed to provide guidance or therapy and more be a helpful, empathetic ear to listen to callers, and flag if truly a high risk situation. A big majority of callers are repeat callers who rely on the hotline for company- so folks are encouraged to call back constantly if it’s helpful/important for them

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Ah that makes sense, the person I spoke with did sound young. What a tough job to volunteer for. Props to you!

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I called and unpacked my thoughts. An elderly women with a southern accent was on the other line. It was comforting enough to get me to sleep when I was in a very bad spot. She called me a few days later and checked on me. The hopelessness has subsided a bit since our last talk so that gave me hope.

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Yes I have and it was a mistake. It was a bunch of teens saying “I understand” and “that must be hard for you” like they’re reading from a script. You’d accomplish nothing calling one. It’s basically a referral service to a real doctor. Just go through your insurance.

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Maybe 16 years ago. I was having a hard time realizing everyone at work had families and money and I came from abusive deadbeat family. I was enraged with jealousy, anger, anxiety, and felt suicidal. I knew I wasn’t going to kill myself, but I really needed someone to talk to. I called and explained it. They asked me if I was going to kill myself. I kept trying to explain myself but they basically hurried me off the phone because I wasn’t about to kill myself. It was a really low point, felt almost like they had a tone of “that’s life, you don’t have what they have get over it.”

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