The short explanation
No, please do not wait until next month. Thoughts of suicide returning, especially after a past attempt and a recent loss like a break-up, are a reason to get in touch with your psychiatrist or another doctor now. You already know that treatment helped before, and getting support early can stop things getting worse. Call your psychiatrist's clinic and say clearly that suicidal thoughts have returned; most clinics will see you sooner. If you cannot reach them, Tele-MANAS on 14416 is available at any time, and an emergency department can see you the same day.
What depends on your situation
The parts of this that change from woman to woman. Uncertainty is stated, not hidden.
- A previous attempt raises the importance of acting early. Relationship endings, drinking, sleep loss and stopping treatment are common triggers for thoughts to return.
- If you had a safety plan from your earlier treatment, use it now: the warning signs, things that help, and people you can call.
- Ask someone you trust to stay closer to you for now, and to keep medicines and other means away from you.
What this answer cannot determine
The boundary of online education. These need a clinician who can see you.
- This answer cannot judge how safe you are right now. Your psychiatrist, a doctor or a helpline worker who talks with you can do that.
Questions for your clinician
Take these with you. You can add any of them to an appointment card.
- Can I be seen earlier than my planned appointment?
- Should my treatment be reviewed or restarted?
- Can we update my safety plan?
- Who can I call between appointments?
When to seek help
Clinician-approved guidance for this topic. When in doubt, being seen is never the wrong choice.
Emergency — call 112 now
- Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department now if you feel you might act on the thoughts, have made a plan, or have harmed yourself.
Get help the same day
- Contact your psychiatrist, a doctor or Tele-MANAS on 14416 today to say the thoughts have come back.
Book an appointment soon
- Make sure you have a follow-up within days, not weeks, while the thoughts are present.
Sources
The evidence this explanation is built on.
- Suicide MedlinePlus (NIH)
- Suicide World Health Organization
- Depression in adults NHS
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