Crisis and Suicide Prevention

If someone you know exhibits signs of suicide:

• Do not leave the person alone

• Remove any firearms, alcohol, drugs, or sharp objects that could be used in a suicide attempt

• Call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or one of the local resources listed above.

• Take the person to an emergency room or seek help from a medical or mental health professional

Warning Signs of Suicide:

• Talking about wanting to die

• Looking for a way to kill oneself

• Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose

• Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain

• Talking about being a burden to others

• Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs

• Acting anxious, agitated, or recklessly

• Sleeping too little or too much

• Withdrawing or feeling isolated

• Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge

• Displaying extreme mood swings

• The more of these signs a person shows, the greater the risk. Warning signs are associated with suicide but may not be what causes suicide.