The suggestion to get them on an ecig is an excellent one, but that will only help if your friend truly wants to quit. You might not want to hear it but the truth of the matter is you cannot help someone quit something, the willpower to do so much come from that individual. You can tie an addict to a bed and force them to detox, but the truth of the matter is it's not going to be a lasting change unless they want it themselves.
I wouldn't worry about cigarettes if your friend is suicidal, that is a much more serious thing to consider. Therapy, medication... there are so many wonderful resources out there to help them with the way they are feeling. It's not your responsibility to fix them but it's noble of you to want to try.
They may very well be resistant to your help, asking for help or admitting you need it is often very difficult to come to terms with that specter. Whatever happens, whether you are able to help them or not, don't blame yourself or hold too much of the responsibility. It can be painful and exhausting and put a lot of stress on the friends and loved ones of someone suffering from mental illness, and much like addiction or even just in those who like to putt off medical issues, it's something they must ultimately come to themselves.
The best thing you can do is be there for them, listen to them, and be receptive to any help they may ask for directly or indirectly. Just knowing someone is there and caring is so important for someone suffering as your friend is, but trying to force them to change will not be a productive avenue to take.
How do I stop my friend from smoking cigarettes?
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The suggestion to get them on an ecig is an excellent one, but that will only help if your friend truly wants to quit. You might not want to hear it but the truth of the matter is you cannot help someone quit something, the willpower to do so much come from that individual. You can tie an addict to a bed and force them to detox, but the truth of the matter is it's not going to be a lasting change unless they want it themselves.
I wouldn't worry about cigarettes if your friend is suicidal, that is a much more serious thing to consider. Therapy, medication... there are so many wonderful resources out there to help them with the way they are feeling. It's not your responsibility to fix them but it's noble of you to want to try.
They may very well be resistant to your help, asking for help or admitting you need it is often very difficult to come to terms with that specter. Whatever happens, whether you are able to help them or not, don't blame yourself or hold too much of the responsibility. It can be painful and exhausting and put a lot of stress on the friends and loved ones of someone suffering from mental illness, and much like addiction or even just in those who like to putt off medical issues, it's something they must ultimately come to themselves.
The best thing you can do is be there for them, listen to them, and be receptive to any help they may ask for directly or indirectly. Just knowing someone is there and caring is so important for someone suffering as your friend is, but trying to force them to change will not be a productive avenue to take.