1. The document provides guidelines for professionals on how to respond after a patient dies by suicide. It addresses supporting the deceased's family, other patients who knew them, and office staff. 2. For the family, the guidelines recommend expressing condolences, offering referrals for grief support, and checking in after 2-4 weeks to evaluate their coping and risk of suicidal ideation. 3. For other patients, the guidelines suggest containing information to avoid rumors, debriefing staff, increasing support and monitoring for those at high risk of being affected. 4. For staff, the guidelines recommend discussing feelings with colleagues, referring anyone personally affected, and seeking outside consultation if experiencing ongoing distress.