If you or a friend/family member are in immediate danger, GET HELP RIGHT AWAY. Here are some helpful resources:

Safe2Tell: 1-877-542-7233 or text S2T to 274637; visit their website

Mind Springs Crisis: 1-888-207-4004

Colorado Crisis Services: 1-844-493-8255

National Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK

It's okay to not be okay

Everyone has bad days. What is the difference between a bad day and a potentially dangerous situation? 

Talk to your parent/guardian, counselor, or a trusted adult (teacher, doctor, etc.) RIGHT AWAY if you notice yourself or a friend/family member exhibiting any of the possible warning signs:

• Statements that convey a sense of hopelessness, worthlessness, or preoccupation with death, (“Life doesn’t seem worth it sometimes”; “I wish I were dead”). These statements could be made verbally or on social media.

• Behaviors that are different from their norm; specifically anxiousness, irritability, hopelessness, loss of interest, drastic changes in mood or personality, changes in sleep, looking for ways to kill themselves, telling people “goodbye.”

• Situations like loss; the death of death of a loved one; getting in trouble at home, in school, or with the law; or impending changes in which someone feels scared or unprepared are difficult for anyone; these situations could cause someone who is already struggling to think about suicide.

This spectrum applies to all types of relationships: romantic, friendship, family, etc. For more information on healthy relationships, talk to your counselor and/or check out loveisrespect.org.