Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention Warning Signs

Suicide can be an upsetting topic to discuss with your friends and family. If you’re concerned about the mental health of yourself or a loved one, please don’t hesitate to seek support.

Although signs can vary, the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services provides a list of common warning signs to prevent suicide.

  • Talking about wanting to die or kill oneself.
  • Looking for a way to kill oneself, such as searching online or buying a gun.
  • Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live.
  • Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain.
  • Talking about being a burden to others.
  • Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs.
  • Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly.
  • Sleeping too little or too much.
  • Withdrawing or feeling isolated.
  • Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge.
  • Displaying extreme mood swings.

For additional signs or more information on suicide prevention, visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Suicide Prevention Resources

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Call St. Elizabeth Physicians Behavioral Health,
(859) 301-5901

For Information on Suicide Prevention

Signs and Symptoms of Mental or Emotional Distress

Support & Connection

Video Resources

The Impact of Suicide on Families – Jim Willman, Activating Hope

Suicide Prevention in Schools – Nancy Eigel-Miller, Executive Director 1N5

What is QPR? – Stephanie Potter, Executive Director, Rob’s Kids

The Power of Hope for Healing – Jennifer and Matt Westwood, Chelsea Ryann’s Festival of Hope

If you have thoughts of harming yourself or others, SEEK HELP NOW.

Call or Text – 988

Call SUN Behavioral Health at (859) 429-5188.

Call 911 or got to the nearest Emergency Department.