Teen Suicide Signs

If you see these teen suicide signs*:

Previous suicide attempts.
Current talk of suicide, or making a plan.
Giving away favorite possessions, or throwing away important belongings.
Expressions of depression, hopelessness, helplessness and anger at oneself or the world.
Statements revealing thoughts of death, such as “I won’t be around much longer,” “It’s hopeless” or “I won’t be missed when I’m gone.”
Recent loss of a friend or family member through death or suicide.
Other losses, such as loss of a parent through divorce.
Strong personality changes, withdrawal, aggressiveness, or moodiness.
New involvement with high-risk activities.
Sudden, dramatic decline or improvement in schoolwork.
Use or increased use of drugs and/or alcohol.
Chronic headaches or stomach aches, fatigue.

(* Iowa Department of Public Health)

Have the teen call one of these numbers:

Iowa Statewide Crisis Line 1-800-332-4224

National Suicide Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433)

Iowa Teen Line 1-800-443-8336

Or refer the teen to a therapist

NOW!

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