Possible Warning Signs of Suicide

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Possible Warning Signs of Suicide

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Possible Warning Signs of Suicide

As young as our students are a few of them are already showing signs of depression and stress. Below you will find several possible warning signs of suicide:

Planning, talking or thinking about suicide

Signs of DEPRESSION: unable to sleep or sleeping all the time, loss of energy, change in appetite

Persistent feelings fo being overwhelmed, ANGRY or pessimistic

Increased SUBSTANCE use and/or RISKY BEHAVIOR

Recent grief or loss

Drastic CHANGES in appearance, mood, attitude, behavior or school performance

Giving away treasured possessions

Presious suicide attempts or attempts to harm oneself

A feeling of HOPELESSNESS or loneliness

WHATYOU CAN DO

1. Show you Care - Listen carefully-Be genuine. Don't judge, lecture, put down or joke.

2. Ask the Question - Be direct but caring and non-confrontational. Take all talk of suicide seriously. "Are you thinking about suicide?"

3. Get Help - Do not leave hin/her alone. Talk with a trusted adult (counselor, teacher, parent or religious leader). Call the crisis hotline 1-800-273-TALK. "You are not alone. Let me help you."