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What is a therapist supposed to do with someone appearing to be suicidal?

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Depends: First let's consult an excellent psychiatrist (an md). If thoughts have moved to plan, immediate medication with the new anti-depressants+psychotherapy usually is sufficient. If indication of acting on plan , short hospitalization + above. Do this yesterday.

Dr Pizzo and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/11/2016

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