Suicide Warning Signs

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• Verbal Expressions of thoughts of suicide, despair or hopelessness. “I shouldn’t have been born.” “I wish I were dead.”

• “Everyone would be better off if I weren’t here.”

• Talking, Writing or Reading about suicide or death.

• Giving away valued possessions.

• Getting affairs in order i.e.: cleaning bedroom for the last time.

• Visiting or calling people to say goodbye.

• Self- destructive behavior like self-cutting, burning, etc.

• Suddenly becoming cheerful after prolonged depression.

• Significant changes in behavior of habits.

• Breaking up with a boyfriend or girlfriend.

• Withdrawal, moodiness or prolonged depression.

• Failing grades or declining quality in schoolwork.

• Feelings of being unwanted.

• Previous suicidal thoughts or suicide attempts.

• Obsessed with guns or knives.

• Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities

• Feeling rage or uncontrolled anger or seeking revenge.

• Increased alcohol and drug use.

• Victim of bullying/cyberbullying.

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