Reach Out – Suicide Prevention
Having suicidal thoughts? Help is available
If you are feeling suicidal or at crisis point, you don’t have to struggle alone. There is help out there.
Concerned about somebody? Help is available
Noticed someone is behaving differently but not sure what to do? Reach out now it could save a life.
Bereaved or impacted by suicide? Help is available
Resources for professionals and organisations
Lets talk about suicide
‘Suicide’ is a word that most of us avoid, this needs to change in order to break the stigma. Suicide is preventable and we all have a roll to play.
REACHOUT Liverpool aims to guide those that are feeling suicidal to a safe place and arm those that are concerned with the confidence to help someone. Talking about suicide can change and save a life.
Anyone can have suicidal thoughts – REACHOUT now and start a conversation.
Case studies
Lindsay’s story
At 14 Lindsay began suffering from depression and anxiety and started to self-harm. Years later Lindsay hit rock bottom and was treated at a psychiatric hospital. Lindsay has attempted to take her own life on several occasions. She is now a passionate advocate for the need to Reach Out and talk more openly about suicide to ensure people get the help they need.
Aran’s* story
(*name changed to protect anonymity)
A series of events in his early twenties, including losing people he knew to suicide, resulted in Aran suffering severe depression, panic attacks and feelings of hopelessness. Aran worries that some people find it hard to access support and wants to encourage people to Reach Out and start a conversation that could save a life.
Iris’ story
Iris has experienced episodes of severe trauma and stress following an abusive childhood and has tried to take her own life many times. While seeking help, Iris suffered a heartbreaking setback when a friend took his own life. Iris believes it’s ok to not be ok and that it’s important to Reach Out and get help when you need it.