Launch the media gallery 1 playerNational Suicide Prevention Month September 2020
It is important for everyone to be ready to help any person who is considering suicide.
Warning signs include:
Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself
Looking for ways to kill oneself
Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
Talking about being a burden
Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
Acting anxious or agitated, possibly behaving recklessly
Sleeping too little or too much
Withdrawing or feeling isolated
Showing rage or talking about revenge
Displaying extreme mood swings.
Do not be afraid to ask. Asking about suicide does not increase suicide risk - it will help. Even if the person exhibiting warning signs is not thinking about suicide, they likely still need your attention and help.
To get help, call the crisis hotline at 1-800-273-TALK, or there is now a text service.
Text "START" to 741-741 and you will be connected to someone who can help.
