National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

September is National Suicide prevention month. The VFW Auxiliary would like to share these behavior signs that may mean someone is at risk for suicide. Risk is greater if a behavior is new or has increased and if it seems related to a painful event, loss, or change. Watch for these signs and help that person get assistance. One source of help is theLifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or suicidepreventionlifeline.org. The Lifeline is free, confidential, and always available.

Signs may include: talking about wanting to die or wanting to kill oneself.

*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 the use of alcohol or drugs.

*Acting anxious or agitated or behaving recklessly.

*Sleeping too much or too little.

*Withdrawing or feeling isolated.

*Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge

*Displaying extreme mood swings.

*Suicide is preventable! With help comes hope.