Warning Signs
- Talking or writing about death, dying or suicide
- Talking of feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
- Talking about feeling trapped or being in unbearable pain
- Talking about being a burden to others
- Threatening to hurt or kill oneself
- Seeking pills, weapons, or other means to kill oneself
- Giving away personal or prized possessions
- Displaying extreme mood swings
- Taking risks/engaging in reckless behaviors
- Increasing use of alcohol and/or drugs
- Withdrawing from friends and family
- Having made previous suicide attempt(s)