If you are in crisis: Call 911Call
the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Text “Got5” to 741-741
If You’re Concerned About Someone
If you are worried that someone is in immediate danger or may have already acted on suicidal thoughts, call 911.Look for the signs. Most people thinking about suicide show warning signs before taking action. These include:Talking about killing oneself, feeling hopeless, having no reason to live, being a burden to others, feeling trapped or in unbearable painIncreased use of alcohol or drugsWithdrawing from activitiesIsolating from family and friendsLooking for ways to end their livesSaying goodbyeGiving away prized possessionsAggression, fatigue, sleeping too much or too littleDisplaying moods of depression, anxiety, loss of interest, irritability, humiliation, shame, agitation, or angerRelief or sudden improvement
Pay attention to new or uncharacteristic behavior. Has your loved one experienced a painful event, loss or change? Take any talk of suicide seriously. Someone who is suicidal may say things like:
“I don’t know how much longer I can take this”“
They will be sorry once I’m gone”“
I wish I could go to sleep and never wake up”“
I’ve been saving up my pills in case things get really bad”
Take action. If someone you know is exhibiting any of these warning signs:
Ask them openly and directly if they are thinking about suicide
Ask them to tell you about what has been going on and LISTEN to them
Avoid discussing the value of life, minimizing problems, or giving adviceLink them to additional resources, let them know it is important to get help, and stay with them while exploring options
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, call 800-942-6906 or text 844-997-2121 to talk to an advocate.
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