...when a person threatens to kill himself, it puts you into a position of responsibility

...when a person threatens to kill himself, it puts you into a position of responsibility. Suddenly you’re the captain of a ship struggling through stormy weather. You have to take hold of the situation and guide everyone to safety. If you don’t — well, then, you’re not quite a murderer, but you still end up with blood on your hands.

Supervert, Necrophilia Variations