warning signs:
A tendency toward isolation and social withdrawal
Increasing substance abuse
Expression of negative attitudes toward self
Expression of hopelessness or helplessness
Loss of interest in usual sources of pleasure
Giving away valued possessions
Expression of a lack of future orientation: “It won‘t matter soon anyway.”
For someone who has been very depressed, when that depression begins to lift, the individual may be at INCREASED risk of suicide, as she may now have the psychological energy to follow-through on suicidal ideation
If you or someone you care about is showing any of these signs, please do not hesitate to pick up the phone to speak with a trained counselor at The Trevor Helpline (866).4.U.TREVOR. |
