Self-Care After Responding to an Overdose It is important to take care of yourself after witnessing an overdose and/or providing first aid to someone who overdosed.
Reach out to others and ask them to listen. Talk to someone you trust about the experience from your perspective. Talking about the overdose and your response can be healing. Make time to do healthy things that you enjoy. Allow yourself to feel your feelings. Connect to your spiritual and/or cultural practices. Remember to treat the person who overdosed with dignity and respect. It can be difficult to discuss a loved one's drug use after they overdose. Remember that support can help them heal.
If the person who overdosed is a loved one, consider finding a group to help support you. Examples include Nar-Anon, Al-Anon, & Parents Helping Parents.