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Is this a mental health emergency?
[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”16″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]A mental health emergency is a life threatening situation where a person is imminently threatening harm to self or others, severely disorientated or out of touch with reality, has a severe inability to function, or is otherwise distraught and out of control.
Examples include: Acting on a suicidal threat, homicidal or threatening behaviours, self-injury requiring immediate medical attention, severely impaired judgement as a result of consuming drugs or alcohol, highly erratic or unusual behaviour that is very unpredictable and/or an inability to care for self.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
Call 911 immediately
You feel that your loved one is at imminent risk of serious injury or death or if your loved one is posting a serious risk of bodily harm to someone else.
Examples:
- A person is going to attempt suicide or was interrupted in an attempt
- A person has a weapon or is actively threatening themselves or others with physical violence
- You find your loved one severely under the influence of drugs or unconscious
Call a crisis line
Call the mental health crisis line at 1-866-996-0991 and explain the current situation: My loved one is having a mental health/addiction emergency and is willing to see a mental health professional.
Examples:
- A person from the mental health crisis team may be able to come in person to the home
- The mental health team may advise visiting a local hospital for urgent care
Visit the closest hospital emergency department
You are extremely concerned about the physical safety of your loved one.
Examples:
- Your loved one feels like immediately acting on their suicidal thoughts
- Your loved one is suffering from withdrawal symptoms and there are concerns about physical safety
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