Written & medically reviewed by Dr. Sanjay Anbu, MBBS· Last reviewed
If you are thinking about ending your life or harming yourself, please know that you are not alone and these feelings can change with support. Reaching out now is the bravest and most important step you can take.
Tell someone you trust how you are feeling — you do not have to carry this alone
Call a helpline: in India, KIRAN 1800-599-0019 or Tele-MANAS 14416 (free, 24/7)
Remove or move away from anything you could use to harm yourself
Stay with someone, or ask someone to stay with you
Go to your nearest hospital, or call your local emergency number, if you feel unsafe
When to see a doctor urgently
If you feel you may act on these thoughts, treat it as an emergency — call for help now
Do not use alcohol or drugs to cope — they make things worse
These feelings are a sign you need support, not a sign of weakness
Help is available, and things can get better. You matter, and support is available right now. In India call KIRAN 1800-599-0019 or Tele-MANAS 14416 (free, 24/7), reach out to someone you trust, or go to the nearest hospital. In an emergency, call your local emergency number. MedDroid is not a crisis service and cannot provide emergency help.
Frequently asked questions
I am having suicidal thoughts — what should I do right now?
Reach out immediately: tell someone you trust, call a helpline (in India, KIRAN 1800-599-0019 or Tele-MANAS 14416), and if you feel unsafe, go to a hospital or call your local emergency number. You do not have to face this alone.
Will these feelings go away?
Suicidal feelings are often linked to pain that feels unbearable in the moment, but with support and treatment they can and do ease. Please give yourself the chance by reaching out.
How can I help someone who is suicidal?
Take them seriously, listen without judgement, ask directly if they are thinking of suicide, stay with them, remove means of harm, and help them contact a helpline or doctor urgently.
Reviewed by Dr. Sanjay Anbu, MBBS. MedDroid is an AI medical assistant and can make mistakes. It provides general health information, not a diagnosis or medical advice — always consult a qualified clinician. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number immediately.