Someone might be suicidal if he or she:
- Talks about committing suicide
- Suddenly changes her/his behaviour (withdrawal, lack of interest, moodiness)
- Withdraws from friends and/or social activities
- Self-mutilates (bites, scratches, burns themselves, etc)
- Loses interest in hobbies, work, school, etc.
- Makes final arrangements-gives away prized possessions
- Takes unnecessary risks
- Has had recent severe loss
- Is preoccupied with death and dying
- Loses interest in their personal appearance
- Increases their use of alcohol or drugs
- Depression (crying, hopelessness)
- Has trouble eating or sleeping
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