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Suicidal ideation is when someone thinks about ending their life. It doesn’t mean they will, but it is a warning sign. There are treatment options available to help recognize the root of these thoughts and heal from them. Bournewood Health Systems is a leading treatment center in Massachusetts that provides the treatments and support for individuals dealing with this mental health condition. 

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What Is Suicidal Ideation?

Suicidal ideation is when someone thinks about ending their life or harming themselves. These thoughts may continuously play on their mind, leading to the development of a suicide plan. It’s a serious mental health concern that, if left untreated, could have fatal consequences.

This condition is a common symptom of psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia and co-occurring depression, and presents in various ways. 

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Our Approach to Treating Suicidal Ideation

Our approach to suicidal thoughts therapy at Bournewood is holistic and evidence-based. We combine and personalize therapies such as:

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Dialectical behavior therapy for suicidal thoughts focuses on building distress tolerance, managing impulsivity, and regulating one’s emotions.
  • Trauma-Informed Care (TIC): Trauma-informed suicide prevention acknowledges one’s trauma and creates a safe space for healing and recovery.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Cognitive behavioral therapy helps patients identify negative thought patterns that could contribute to suicidal ideation.
  • Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): Partial hospitalization program for suicidal ideation involves providing outpatient psychiatric and supportive treatment to help stabilize and reduce symptoms.

At Bournewood, we offer outpatient and inpatient treatment for suicidal ideation to ensure patients get full-time care in a safe and empowering environment.

Find Compassionate Care at Bournewood

Bournewood has existed for over 140 years, providing a range of mental health services in Massachusetts, including suicidal ideation care. We understand how stressful suicidal thoughts can be, and offer a safe and empowering space to help heal.

We believe anyone, at any stage in life, can build the skills to cope and thrive while living with mental health conditions. Our treatments are tailored to patients’ needs, providing a foundation of lifelong fulfillment and recovery. With Bournewood’s compassionate team and proven therapies, you can get the help you need to prevail through suicidal ideation programs in Brookline. Call us at 800-468-4358 or contact us online today to learn more about the treatments we offer!

FAQs

Here are a few frequently asked questions about suicidal ideation:

CBT is best for treating people with mild-to-moderate depression, sleep problems, anxiety disorders, and OCD. At the same time, DBT is better for suicidal ideation, mood instability, and co-occurring trauma or impulsivity disorders.

Common signs of suicide ideation include talking about it and obtaining the means to commit it. A less common sign is a sudden positive mood, which comes from the final decision to end one’s life and knowing they no longer have to deal with their pain.

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Disclaimer

This website is not intended to give clinical or medical advice. If you are experiencing an emergency or crisis, please go to your nearest hospital Emergency Department or call 911.