This is a tricky question and the answer is neither "yes" nor "no." In the vast majority of cases, no police (or other authority) involvement is required and in the cases where emergency help is needed, suicide hotline staff will make every attempt to gain permission to send them. read more
Here are some tips to use a suicide prevention hotline as a viable resource next time you struggle with suicidal ideation and urges. Call the suicide prevention hotline before you need it. Not all suicide prevention hotlines are created equal. read more