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Been having suicidal thoughts, i'm not planning on going through with it until i can get a hold of a gun. what can i do to make it easier on my family?

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1-800-273-TALK: Please call the suicide hotline at 1-800-273-TALK. You can help your family by getting help for yourself, reaching out for support. Please call now.

Answered 1/18/2015

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