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| Suicide Warning Signs |
| 1. Talking About Dying- Talking about disapearing, wishing they were invisable, jumping, shooting, death, or self harm. |
| 2. Recent Loss- Has the person in question recently lost something or someone dear to them, whether through death, divorce, or simply moving away? Loss of a family member or friend can be very traumatic. |
| 3. Change In Personallity- Has the person become sad, withdrawn, irritable, anxious, tired, indescicive, or apathetic? |
| 4. Change in Behavior- Can't seem to concentrate on school, work, or routine tasks. |
| 5. Change in Sleep Patterns- Insomnia, often with early waking or oversleeping, also does the person have nightmares? |
| 6. Change in Eating Habits- Loss of appetite, and weight, or overeating? |
| 7. Diminished Sexual Interest- Impotence, or menstual abnormalities. |
| 8. Fear of Losing Control- Going crazy, harming self or others. |
| 9. Low Self-Esteem- Feelings of worthlessness, shame, overwhelming guilt, and self hatred. "Why am I so useless and fat! The world would be better off without a freak like me." |
| 10. No Hope for the Future- Holding onto the belief that nothing will change no matter what they do, it wont get better. |
| If you or someone you know is having thoughts about suicide PLEASE call 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) |