Recognize the Signs of Suicidal Behavior

Things People Might Say…

• “I’m tired of life. I can’t go on.”
• “My family would be better off without me.”
• “Who cares if I’m dead anyway?”
• “I just want out.”
• “I won’t be around much longer.”
• “Soon you won’t have to worry about me.”
• “I wish I were dead.”
• “I’m going to end it all.”
• “I just want to die.”
• “I’m going to kill myself.”
• “If….doesn’t happen, I’m going to kill myself.”

Things People Might Do…

• Get a gun or stockpile pills
• Give away prized possessions
• Take more impulsive risks
• Cut themselves or other gestures of self-harm
• Neglect their appearance
• Abuse alcohol and/or drugs
• Isolate themselves/run away/drop out of school
• Show a dramatic change of mood