Suicide Prevention
Suicide Warning Signs
- Severe worry or anxiety, school refusal
- Marked changes in sleeping, eating habits, appearance, withdrawing from friends, and/or physical complaints
- Sexual acting out Alcohol and/or drug use
- Withdrawal from friends and/or family
- Dramatic mood changes, rage, uncontrolled anger, irritability
- Risk-taking behavior
- Feelings of hopelessnessBullying and cyber-bullying
Suicide Risk Factors
- Loss of significant other
- Social or academic problems at school
- Family or personal stressSubstance abuse (drugs and alcohol)
- Depression and mental health issues
- Previous suicide or attempt by peer or family member
- Access to weapons/means of harming self
- Difficulties regarding sexual orientation
