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Warning Signs and Ways to Help Suicide Prevention Warning Signs and Ways to Help

Warning Signs Decline in school performance Skipping class Dropping out of activities Aggressive or destructive behavior Insomnia Daytime sleepiness Difficulty concentrating

Warning Signs Lack of energy Changes in eating patterns, either over-eating or not eating Withdrawal from relationships with friends and family Isolation Feelings of worthlessness, excessive guilt

Warning Signs Risk taking behavior Changes in personality or behavior Beginning to use alcohol or other drugs Giving away prized possessions Statements, such as “I wish I were dead” or “No one cares”

Warning Signs Loss of interest in everyday activities, even things they enjoy doing Apathy Death themes in artwork or written work Planning a suicide attempt or a previous attempt A sudden lift of spirits because they feel their problems will soon end

Ways to Help Take any signs or verbal statements seriously. Listen to the person and show him or her that you care. Don’t leave the person alone.

Ways to Help Build a network of support: Friends Family members Counselors Teachers Faith leader Health care provider

Ways to Help Call a suicide hotline number. Check your local telephone book for a local hotline number. Get professional help. Seek out local agencies that could provide professional counseling services. Seek a trusted adult.