Resources for Parents
Suicide Prevention
Warning Signs
1. Talking about or making plans for suicide
2. Expressing hopelessness about the future
3. Displaying severe/overwhelming emotional pain or distress
4. Showing worrisome behavioral cues or marked changes in behavior, particularly in the presence of the warning signs above. Specifically, this includes significant:
· Withdrawal from or changing in social connections/situations
· Changes in sleep (increased or decreased)
· Anger or hostility that seems out of character or out of context
· Recent increased agitation or irritability
How to Respond
If you notice any of these warning signs in anyone, you can help!
1. Ask if they are ok or if they are having thoughts of suicide
2. Express your concern about what you are observing in their behavior
3. Listen attentively and non-judgmentally
4. Reflect what they share and let them know they have been heard
5. Tell them they are not alone
6. Let them know there are treatments available that can help
7. If you are or they are concerned, guide them to additional professional help
Suicide Hotlines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-TALK (8255)
Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio
(888) 628 - 9454
National Youth Crisis Hotline
(800) 442-HOPE (4673)
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