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Suicide Prevention
& Awareness
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The World
Is A Better
Place With You In It
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What is Suicide?
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Suicide is defined as death caused by self-directed injurious behavior with intent to die as a result of the behavior.
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A suicide attempt is a non-fatal, self-directed, potentially injurious behavior with intent to die as a result of the behavior. A suicide attempt might not result in injury.
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Suicidal ideation refers to thinking about, considering, or planning suicide.
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Suicide Can Be Prevented
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Warning Signs
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Talking about wanting to die or wanting to kill themselves
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Talking about feeling empty or hopeless or having no reason to live
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Talking about feeling trapped or feeling that there are no solutions
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Feeling unbearable emotional or physical pain
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Talking about being a burden to others
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Withdrawing from family and friends
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Giving away important possessions
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Saying goodbye to friends and family
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Putting affairs in order, such as making a will
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Taking great risks that could lead to death, such as driving extremely fast
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Talking or thinking about death often
Risk Factors
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Depression, other mental disorders, or substance use disorder
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Chronic pain
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A history of suicide attempts
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Family history of a mental disorder or substance use
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Family history of suicide
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Exposure to family violence, including physical or sexual abuse
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Presence of guns or other firearms in the home
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Having recently been released from prison or jail
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Exposure, either directly or indirectly, to others' suicidal behavior, such as that of family members, peers, or celebrities
If You Know Someone in Crisis
Call 988 - The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
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Click here for more resources your area:
Resources | Suicide Prevention
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Reach Out to the
Bristol-Burlington Health District
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