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Let's create a mental health safety plan 💞

It's free and anonymous and you can keep it forever.

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Now we’ll ask just a few questions about how you’re feeling right now.

Please share how much you agree or disagree with the following statements based on how you're feeling right now, in this moment.

I feel that the future is hopeless and that things cannot improve.

My future seems dark to me.

Things just won’t work out the way I want them to.

There’s no use in really trying to get something I want, because I probably won’t get it.

At this moment, how ready are you to work towards improving your mental health?

0 Not at all ready

10 Completely ready

Thank you for answering these questions 💞

Now let's get started...

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It's hard to think clearly when you're upset.

It's especially hard if you're having thoughts of suicide or wanting to die.

A safety plan can help keep yourself safe.

We'll help you create one.

Start by picking some warning signs.

What triggers you? Pick a couple from the list below, or write your own.

If you choose "Other", you can write multiple ideas separated by commas. Keep them short. For example:

bullied at school, feeling anxious

Choose as many as you like

Now pick some coping strategies.

What can you do quickly and easily on your own?

You can pick some recommendations below, or add your own by selecting "Other."

Choose as many as you like

OK, now think about people who distract you and make you feel better...

Who makes you laugh, smile, or feel happy? Who gets you out of your own head?

You wouldn't need to tell them you're struggling necessarily... Just think of people who lighten your mood.

To keep things anonymous, please just write first names, separated by a comma. Here are mine, for example:

Molly, Brian

Great job so far! You're almost done!

Now... who could you contact if you feel like you can't keep yourself safe?

In this case, you might think about a close family member, such as your mom, dad, or another guardian. If you’re currently in therapy, your therapist might also be a good option.

If you can't think of any, that's ok! We'll provide a link to crisis resources and life lines at the end. These are always a good option.

Again, please just write first names, separated by commas 👇

Finally, consider a couple ways to make your environment safer.

For example, can you put dangerous items you might use to hurt yourself in a secure, hard to reach place? Can you have someone you trust keep your medications?

Here is your safety plan!

Warning sign(s):
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Coping skill(s):
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People you can turn to for distraction:
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People you can turn to if you really need help:
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Crisis lines:
Call 988 for immediate mental health and crisis support (USA only), or text KOKO to 741-741 for free, 24/7, confidential support from a trained volunteer Crisis Counselor (USA only). You can find additional crisis lines at getsupport.org/resources.

Ways to keep your environment safe:
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Thank you! Almost done, let's finish strong!