Letter C

Cry for help

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An expression of suicidal intent in the hope of receiving help and being rescued.

A cry for help may take many different forms such as a telephone call, a message left on an answering phone, a note left in a conspicuous place, or an e-mail message.

It may also be a symbolic gesture such as a superficial cut on the wrist

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