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A member asked:

If one has suicidal thoughts which refuse to stop, do they need to go to a psychiatric hospital?

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Yes: This could mean eminent danger possible schizophrenia with voices telling them to kill themselves. Possible borderline personality disorder, the individual may have profound depression. Psychiatric help is necessary.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/2/2013

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Suicidal: Intrusive thoughts if persistent, require further assessment and stabilization in a safe secure setting.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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