Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people between 10 and 14.

Youth Suicide Warning Signs:

• Talking about suicide or making a plan
• 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 use of alcohol or drugs
• Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly
• Sleeping too little or too much
• Withdrawing or isolating themselves 
• Extreme mood swings

What to do:

• Learn the warning signs 
• Ask questions openly. (Do you want to hurt yourself?
• Take your loved one seriously, believe them and get them help. Take them to the emergency room immediately.
• Listen with empathy and provide support.
• Stay with your child, do not leave them alone.

SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE: 988