🕊️ Conflict & resolution · #223

How do I know the sadness in our home has become serious and needs professional help right away?

Sadness becomes an emergency when it drags on, cripples daily functioning, or comes with thoughts of dying or self-harm. Other signs include being unable to sleep or sleeping too much for weeks, losing appetite and interest completely, or withdrawing from everyone. If there is any intention of suicide, this is an emergency: call the police 999 if there is danger now, and Talian Kasih 15999 for support. Do not wait for it to ‘go away by itself’; take the person to see a doctor or counsellor and help them make an appointment. Stay with them, because early treatment gives better recovery. See counselling.

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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