Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Suicidal Friend

Angel - I used to work in a high school and have had students deal with abuse, depression, suicide, everything. There are usually counsellors on staff - either through guidance or the health room who are used to dealing with suicide and depression. The school can probably get her referred to more professional help as well. You might need to talk to a teacher that you feel comfortable with about this - they will steer you in the right direction. Tell them that your friend is severely depressed and is talking suicide. They will take you seriously. You are a very smart young lady to realize that you can't tackle this one alone. You are a friend not a therapist. The best thing you can do for your friend is tell her that you care. Try to do something with her where she can't talk about being bummed out - ie. a movie is ideal. Otherwise, just try to talk occasionally but don't let her drag you down. Let us know how it goes. Seriously - help should be right within your school. Take care.

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Formerly HanSolo. IBS, OCD, Bipolar, PTSD times 3.

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