Part of the Psychology For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Recognizing the warning signs of suicide doesn’t take a degree in psychology. That’s not to say that some signs aren’t subtle or that every person who thinks about suicide shows all the signs. But, if you notice the following signs in yourself or someone else, take action. You’ll never regret trying to stop someone from choosing a final solution to a temporary problem.
Suicide notes
Direct threats
Giving personal belongings away
Talking about or preoccupied with death
Hopelessness
Social isolation
Abrupt changes in appearance, risk-taking behavior, activities, or weight
Severe depression
Extreme apathy (acting like he or she doesn’t care)
Feeling helpless or beyond help
You can take someone to the ER or call 911 if you think there is a risk of suicide. They can be evaluated and placed on 72 hour hold if they are deemed to be at risk.
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