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A Guide for Taking Care of Yourself After Your Treatment in the Emergency Department

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After an Attempt
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This brochure helps people recovering from a suicide attempt. It discusses how to find healing, hope, and help after emergency room treatment, including how to cope with future thoughts of suicide. The brochure also offers ways to connect with other suicide attempt survivors and lists free apps and other resources to help you move forward.

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SMA18-4355ENG
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June 2018
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