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Behavioral Clues
• Take unnecessarv risks; impulsive/reckless • Unexplained anger, aggression, irritability,
anxiety • Displaying dramatic mood changes • Expressing feelings of being trapped-like there
is no way out • Sell-destructive acts • Perfectionism • Seeking access to means (firearm, pills, other
means I • Giving away prized possessions • Withdraw from friends, family, or activities
previouslv enioved •. Sudden change in school or work performance • Increased apathy or hopelessness • Eating disturbances, changes in sleep
patterns, headaches or stomachaches in
absence of an illness
Situation*! Clues
• Family problems • Loss of any major relationship • Diagnosis ol terminal illness ‘ • Financial problems • Sudden loss of freedom or.fear of punishment
The more warnings signs observed, the more risk: but take all signs seriously.
Remember, suicide prevention is everyone's business and anyone can make a difference.
Contact Alan Rasmussen. Prevention Specialist b\ phone at 340-825-3656 \-133 or b\ e-mail at arasmussen(°tTCsb.org it vou or tour organization is interested in suicide prevention training
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