Many of Our Heroes Give Clues to How They Are Feeling
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Risk Factors
A family history of suicide
Previous suicide attempts
Deployments involving loss of comrades & other trauma
Physical illness
Physical, sexual, domestic, or child abuse
Relational, social, work, financial loss, or dysfunctional behavior
Impulsive and/or aggressive behavior
Suffering from mental health disorders
Diagnosed or undiagnosed mental illness
People who engage in binge drinking or illegal drug use
People who have experienced violence
Warning Signs
Verbal warnings like "I am done with this life" or "I have no reason to live"
Any preoccupation with suicide and/or death
Depressed with feelings of hopelessness, often accompanied by anxiety
Declining school or work performance
Loss of pleasure/interest in social and sports activities
Sleeping too little or too much
Changes in mood
Changes in weight or appetite
Emotions a Suicidal Person May Feel
Depressed
Out of control
Confused
Overwhelmed
Isolated
Worthless
Helpless (immediate)
Hopeless (future)