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Stay Safe During a Mental Health Crisis

During a crisis, it can be hard to think clearly. If you ever experience suicidal thoughts, having a Safety Plan can help keep you safe. Safety Plan

The Safety Plan app is for anyone who has experienced suicidal thoughts. The app helps you identify personal coping strategies and sources of support – giving suicidal thoughts time to decrease and become more manageable.

With Safety Plan you can: Create a custom step-by-step action plan to keep yourself safe during a crisis Make a list of your own personal reasons to live (and add photo and video reminders!) Try different coping strategies when you feel like you're heading towards a crisis Access crisis support resources, like the Veterans Crisis Line Track your mood and other mental health symptoms Set personal goals and track your progress

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