The following suicide warning signs have been compiled from leecountycares.org. Visit their website for suicide prevention information and resources.
Warning Signs to Look For
- Depression
- Dramatic Mood Changes
- Withdrawing from friends, family and society
- Self destructive behavior, rage and anger
- Changes in behavior
- Talking about feeling worthless or helpless
- School, work, family crisis
- Giving away prized possessions
What To Do Next
- Familiarize yourself with the warning signs
- Get involved
- Listen, be direct, have open communication
- Offer hope and alternatives, ways to get help
- Take action
Take a step, stretch or leap towards suicide prevention with the ideas and tips below.
Help Prevent Suicide—Keep Your Eyes Open
Step:
People who are thinking about suicide often give warning signs. Visit Stop A Suicide and print out a checklist to understand the warning signs. Share what you’ve learned with your family, friends and neighbors.
Stretch:
Walk for suicide prevention. Join your local chapter or start your own.
Leap:
Start a local suicide prevention network in your community. Work with area leaders, clergy and schools to save another life.
For more information, visit these websites:
- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
- Suicide Prevention Resource Center
