Danger Signs of Suicide
DANGER SIGNS OF SUICIDE
Talking about suicide.
Statements about hopelessness, helplessness, or worthlessness.
Preoccupation with death and dying.
Suddenly happier, calmer, at peace now.
Loss of interest in things one cares about (hobbies, work, school, etc)
Withdraws from friends and/or social activities
Visiting or calling people one cares about.
Making arrangements; setting one's affairs in order, making out a will.
Giving things away.
Has trouble eating or sleeping
Experiences drastic changes in behavior
Has attempted suicide before
Takes unnecessary risks
Has had recent severe losses
Loses interest in their personal appearance
Increases their use of alcohol or drugs
A suicidal person urgently needs to see a doctor or psychiatrist
Credits to:
Tom Arsenault and the
SAVE's home page.
