I need advice on how to help my sister who might want to harm herself...?

I have reason to believe that my sister wishes to harm herself and I am not quite sure how to get her treatment as she has no health insurance. Do you think I should just take her to the closest emergency room? She really needs some counseling and perhaps medication to get her life on track.I need advice on how to help my sister who might want to harm herself...?
Oh Sweetie, not only should you think about taking her to get help, you MUST do it at once. Someone with suicidal tendencies can be very good at trying to ';outsmart'; you by saying that everything is fine and she just needs some time alone. They can be manipulative enough to really make you believe them. But in most cases, it is just a cry for help. Unfortunately, the U.S. does not have socialized medicine, meaning, many (probably more than you'll ever know) are w/o health insurance and don't have proper medical care. If you take her to the ER and you explain your concerns, they will have to treat her, unless it's a privately run hospital. But even then, they will have to arrange for transportation to a State run facility. However, please be prepared that they will keep her and admit her into the psych ward, which, in some instances can be very devistating, especially if it is a State run facility. . However bad it looks at the time, you must be strong now. For yourself and most of all for your sister. Keep in mind that she won't be there forever; but for the safety of her and the safety of people around her, she would be served best if she was kept in a safe place. You'll be able to see her, visit with her and provide her with the necessary encouragement. Have you spoken to other family members about this? Do they back you up on this? The more she sees and feels just how important she is to you all, the bigger her chances for a speedy recovery. I could go on and on about the pros and cons, but I don't want you to waste any more time. Go to your sister now! Don't push this off another day or another night. If she is serious (and most of the time it actually is just a cry for help, thank God!) about harming herself and has expressed those feelings toward you or other, it is absolutely imperative that you don't waste any more valuable time. Hon, you can always come back here later and ask me about your concernes. I promise, I'll be available to answer any question you may have to the best of my knowledge. If not tonight, then definitely tomorrow! But most nights I am up! Just contact me via Y!Answers. Now please, don't wait any longer, go get your sister and take her to the ER. I will pray for both of you and I hope that she will listen to you, accept your help and go. The bad part is the battle to get her there. Keep assuring her that it's the best place for her and if she goes and then changes her mind, you have to be extra strong. Once she is signed in, they aren't going to let her go, no matter how much she begs and pleads for you to take her home. This is probably one of the hardest thing you'll ever have to do, but please stay strong. She needs you and since you came here, I assume you aren't ready to lose her. You did well, Hon, keep caring for your sister, no matter her age, no matter how well you did/did not get along thus far. Try to smile for her now, you can always cry later. Remember, she needs you right now. Her life may even depend on what you decide to do. I am with you all the way and look forward to an update from you. Take care and try and keep your chin up :) MsB.


P.S. It WILL get better! And if you can, pray and remember, HE is always watching too and will be with you all the way :)I need advice on how to help my sister who might want to harm herself...?
yes tell your parent and get her help quick
I totally have to agree, take her in as soon as you can drag her down there, get her some counceling but I personally woun't recommend getting any medication. The pills just cover up the problem, but they don't solve anything. If the counceler or therepist says she needs medication, find someone else. Everyone now-a-days is jsut trying to medicate everyone to cover up everyones problems rather than dealing with things. Just the same, she does need attention asap! Best wishes to your sister, and good luck to you.


Toni Lynne ;)
yes take her to the emergency room and maybe they can help her. If not, at the very least, you will have it on record that treatment has been sought just in case you have to do an involuntary committment. This is something I have been through w/ a family member.. All states have state supported mental hospitals. Try calling the prosecuting attys office in your state and tell them your situation and how you think your sister may need state supported treatment. They should be able to direct you to the office that handles these things in your state.
Take her to the ER, there are places that will treat her without insurance... it's the law that she be seen if she poses a danger to herself, ie if she is thinking about harming herself. Take her now! They will help her and it is good to talk to a professional about these things.
Dear Friend, If your sister is in the age of 18+ and is also educated and muslim, then please consult with an scholar and give her a chance to study Islamic books, Inshallah she will be very soon in good condition, If not, then please go for her married as soon as possible.