suicide prevention

SUICIDE IS A PERMANENT SOLUTION TO A TEMPORARY PROBLEM.

CAUSES OF SUICIDAL THOUGHTS

LOSS

ABUSE

DISCRIMINATION

BODY IMAGE ISSUES

MONEY PROBLEMS

DRUG USE

BULLYING

SIGNS OF SUICIDAL THOUGHTS

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• Depression
• Stress/Anxiety
• Isolation
• Rage/Constant Anger
• Speaking of death

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• Sudden change in behavior
• Mood swings
• Recklessness
• Hopelessness
• Feeling trapped

HOW TO HELP A SUICIDAL PERSON

TALK TO THEM ABOUT IT

Someone who is suicidal is often trying to reach out to you, even if at first you can't tell. If you sense that someone is suicidal, consider just asking them if they are, and if they want help.

TELL SOMEONE

Despite how many times your suicidal friend tells you not to, calling someone and asking for help can save their life. An angry friend is better than a dead friend.

CALL A SUICIDE HOTLINE

The Colorado Suicide Hotline in Denver is: (303) 860-1200

You can also call: 1-800-273-TALK

CONVINCE THEM TO SEE A DOCTOR OR COUNSELOR

Doctors are trained to help people with suicidal thoughts. They can prescribe anti-depressants and therapy.

KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN

By watching your suicidal friend, you can tell how they feel about things. You may even be able to tell if they are planning their own suicide.

CALL THE POLICE IMMEDIATELY

If your friend tell you that they are gonna kill themselves, call 911. They can save their life.

REMEMBER: SOMEONE'S LIFE CAN BE SAVED BECAUSE YOU CHOSE TO MAKE A PHONE CALL.

WORKS CITED

• http://www.halfofus.com/condition/suicide/
• http://www.halfofus.com/learn-the-signs/