Learn life-saving suicide prevention skills

Name: Campaign Against Living Miserably
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Support young people by using the C.A.R.E. Kit

You’re worried a young person is thinking of suicide. What do you do? Select an option:

THAT'S RIGHT: Talking about suicide helps stop suicide. TRY AGAIN: It’s a misconception that talking about suicide will put the idea in someone’s head. TRY AGAIN: Distraction can be a helpful technique to move through intense feelings but it’s always important to ask.

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Practical suicide prevention for every situation

The C.A.R.E. Kit is made up of three modules to help you support young people - from introducing the topic of mental health through to what to do in a crisis.

Each module contains four vital actions that can help prevent suicide: Check-in, Ask, Remain close and Expert help.

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Prevention

Want to get better at supporting a young person you care about? Learn how to build trust and create a safe space to talk.

Early intervention

Worried about a young person? Learn how to encourage them to open up and how you can support them.

Crisis

Is a young person at risk from suicide? Learn how to support them and what to do in a crisis.

We all have a role to play in keeping young people safe

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Parents, guardians, caregivers

You can offer a supportive environment for them to open up. You probably know them better than anyone, which means you can play a massive part in helping them manage their mental wellbeing.

Extended family and friends

You’re close to them, but can also offer objectivity and a different perspective. You can have a no-judgement, informal conversation and encourage them to open up.

Teacher, coach or professional

A young person may feel more confident sharing with a professional. You offer a trusted perspective and can suggest approaches they may not consider otherwise.

Meet Wendy, CALM’s Director of Services. She used her expertise in suicide prevention to create the C.A.R.E. Kit.

Why trust us?

We’re Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) and we’re a suicide prevention charity fighting to reduce the devastating impact of suicide in the UK.

We provide tools and resources to help people find the support they need, including a life-saving helpline. It’s open every day, offering free, anonymous support to anyone affected by suicide or suicidal thoughts.

We also run vital campaigns to increase awareness, smash stereotypes, and change the culture around mental health and suicide.

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