SUICIDE WARNING SIGNS: *(Credit: NAMI)
Talking about wanting to die or kill oneself. Writing notes/poems about death. Looking for ways to kill oneself such as searching online or buying a gun or large amounts of OTC medication. Feeling hopeless or having no reason to live. Feeling trapped or in unbearable pain. Talking about being a burden to others. Increase use of drugs/alcohol. Deterioration in performance and daily life roles. Acting reckless or agitated. Behaving recklessly. Sleeping too much or too little. Withdrawing, isolating, change in relationship. Showing rage or speaking about seeking revenge. Extreme mood swings or sudden change in personality. Signs of depression -neglect of appearance, self-mutilation, crying, giving away possessions, saying good-bye to people.