Suicide signs and solutions

Suicide is preventable.
The first step is to become aware of the warning signs and risk factors associated with suicide. 

Know the signs

Warning signs are indicators that a person may be in danger
of suicide and may need urgent help.

 

Warning Signs:

  • Talking about or threatening suicide
  • Actively looking for a means to attempt suicide
  • Sudden changes in behavior or mood
  • Feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
  • Being isolated or withdrawing from others
  • Excessive feelings of hopelessness
  • Increased substance abuse
  • Increased anxiety
  • Talking about being a burden on others

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Risk Factors for Suicide

Risk factors are characteristics associated that may directly
or indirectly increase the likelihood of suicide.

Factors that can influence the risk of suicide

  • Family history of suicide
  • Family history of child abuse or neglect
  • Previous suicide attempt(s)
  • History of mental disorders, particularly clinical depression
  • History of alcohol and substance abuse
  • Feelings of hopelessness
  • Impulsive or aggressive tendencies
  • Local epidemics of suicide
  • Isolation, a feeling of being cut off from other people
  • Barriers to accessing mental health treatment
  • Loss of relationships or work
  • Physical illness
  • Easy access to lethal methods
  • Unwillingness to seek help because of the stigma attached to mental health and substance abuse disorders or to suicidal thoughts

 

 

Solutions

If you recognize that someone you know is experiencing the signs of suicide,
do not wait to take action.

There are 5 steps you can take to help.

 

 

 

Need help now?

If you are feeling suicidal and need help now,
you can use the following numbers for help or you can call 911.

CALL:

1-800-273-8255

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a United States-based suicide prevention network of over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 1-800-273-8255. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

TEXT:

Text the keyword “4hope” to 741 741

to be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor within 5 minutes.

Any person may need help in coping with a stressful situation. Reach out by text to communicate with someone trained to listen and respond in a method that is private, secure and confidential.
The Crisis Text Line is a free, confidential service available 24/7 via text on mobile devices.

 

Learn more here.

 

 

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Other resources:
suicidepreventionlifeline.org
mha.ohio.gov/Families-Children-and-Adults/Get-Help/Crisis-Text-Line
cdc.gov/violenceprevention/suicide/riskprotectivefactors.html