Worrying about suicidal people online - ways to stop fearing the worst?

I have a thing when people online (real, or fake) say they are feeling suicidal or have attempted. What tips are there for us when someone online says this, to get closure or know if they are okay? Basically I want to know ways to find out an online stranger hasn’t died? Any tips or ideas?

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Miram · 31-35, F

Yes, the way is to accept their autonomy and your lack of control.

Whatever you give from a good heart to a stranger, give without expectation and attachement.

That's what I try to do after all these years dealing with death.