Guideline Reminders - Suicide and Graphic Detail

[Kizzie]

Hi Folks - There has been an uptick in the number of posts talking about having suicidal thoughts and others which contain some very graphic detail about trauma/abuse.  As per our guidelines (http://outofthefog.net/C-PTSD/forum/index.php?topic=1616.msg10035#msg10035), this is not allowed at OOTS. This is for good reason.

If someone is having thoughts about suicide, it is important to reach out to trained professionals in real life. Any posts which talk about wanting to * in the present or future will be edited and the member will be encouraged by PM to seek help as soon as possible. 

With respect to posts which contain overly graphic detail, please try to understand that this can be very difficult for members to read as everyone here is struggling with trauma.  Try to describe the situation in enough detail that members understand but are not triggered.  If you're not sure, please include a trigger warning at the beginning of the post or in the subject line.  If a post is too graphic it will be edited and a PM will be sent to advise the member.

Thanks for respecting our guidelines,

Kizzie