If a suicide attempt has already been made, follow the Medical Emergency response procedures. Call Campus Safety & Security immediately at 386-226-7233 (SAFE) in Daytona or 928-777-3739 in Prescott.

If a suicide attempt has been made and emergency response is on the way, attempt to get the details of the timing and method (i.e. item ingested, amount taken, weapons used, etc). Perform first aid if trained.

After emergency responders have arrived, contact applicable Resident Advisor if the event occurred in residential hall. Campus Safety & Security will contact the Dean of Students for all student suicide attempts. Campus Safety & Security will also contact the Vice President of Administration for any staff suicide attempts on campus.

When a threat is immediate, but no suicide attempt has actually occurred, stay with the person or have someone stay with the person and get immediate assistance. Contact any of the following for assistance:

• Applicable Resident Advisor, Residence Life professional staff, or Dean of Students.
• Campus Safety & Security at Daytona: 386-226-7233(SAFE) or Prescott: 928-777-3739.
• 911.
• Counseling Center.

Establish a caring, supportive, assuring, accepting and firm relationship. Elicit suicidal thoughts and do not remain vague. If the person says, "I wish I were dead," respond, "Are you thinking of suicide?" You will not contribute to a suicide by discussing these feelings directly; you may well prevent a suicide.

When the suicide threat is not immediate, but suggested, attempt to make a written "no suicide" contract with the individual. The contract could state, "I will not make any attempt to harm myself." The contract should also include a mutually agreed upon date by which the person will see professional help. Refer the person to the Counseling Center or the treatment center of the person's choice. Contact the Counseling Center at for assistance.

Contact the Counseling Center,, for confidential assistance in all suicide threats or with general questions or concerns.

After hours, use Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) to speak with a crisis intervention counselor.