Common Warning Signs
- Feeling unbearable pain
- Death or a recent fascination with death
- Feeling hopeless, worthless, or trapped
- Feeling guilt, shame, or anger
- Feeling like they are a burden to others
Changes in Mood/Behavior
- Recent suicide attempt
- Increased alcohol or drug use
- Losing interest in personal appearance or hygiene
- Withdrawing from family, friends, or community
- Saying goodbye to friends and family
- Giving away prized possessions
- A recent episode of depression, emotional distress, and/or anxiety
- Changes in eating and/or sleeping patterns
- Becoming violent or being a victim of violence
- Expressing rage
When to Seek Professional Help Immediately
Some behaviors may indicate an emergency is happening or that a person is in crisis. If you observe the following behaviors, you should immediately connect the person with professional help, such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, emergency medical services, or a mental health professional.
- Talking about immediate harm to oneself or others
- Planning to attempt suicide (for example, searching online for information about how to attempt suicide)
- Acting in such an erratic manner that you are concerned about their safety
Helplines
- Call BlackLine: (800) 604-5841
Call - Crisis Text Line: 741741
Text | Chat | Whatsapp - Hey Sam (For folx up to 24 years old): 439726
Text - LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline: (888) 688-5428
Call - LGBT National Helpline: (888) 843-4564
Call | Chat - LGBT National Senior Helpline: (888) 234-7243
Call - LGBT National Youth Talkline: (800) 246-7743
Call | Chat - NAMI Helpline: (800) 950-6264 | 62640
Call | Text - National Parent & Youth Helpline: (855) 427-2736
Call | Text | Chat - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
Call | Text | Chat - SAMSHA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 | 435748
Call | Text - Trans Lifeline: (877) 565-8860
Call - TrevorLifeline: (866) 488-7386 | 678678
Call | Text | Chat - Veterans Crisis Line: 838255
Text | Chat - Youthline: (877) 968-8491 | 839863
Call | Text | Chat
American Association of Suicidology (AAS)
AAS is widely recognized as a global leader in the development, implementation, and evaluation of professional training, accreditation, and certification programs that advance the science and practice of suicide prevention.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
A voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
American Psychiatric Association: Suicide Prevention
Find a Helpline
Free, confidential support from a helpline or hotline near you. Online chat, text or phone.
International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
Dedicated to preventing suicide and suicidal behaviour and alleviating its effects. IASP leads the global role in suicide prevention by strategically developing an effective forum that is proactive in creating strong collaborative partnerships and promoting evidence-based action in order to reduce the incidence of suicide and suicidal behaviour.
National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention
The nation’s public-private partnership for suicide prevention, working with national partners to advance the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC)
Advances effective suicide prevention nationwide through free consultation, training, and tools for community organizations and coalitions; workplaces; state and Tribal leaders; health/behavioral health systems; professionals and professional education programs; and national public and private partners.