How should we talk to those who are having thoughts about and have made attempts to commit suicide?

Listen to J.D. Schram’s TED Talk. From time to time we struggle here with members who are having suicidal thoughts or struggling with severe depression. What can we do to help such individuals through their darkest hours and back into the light of a good life? How could we provide a more meaningful support system in our communities to those who are most at risk?