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Suicide prevention begins with knowledge. Please download this resource, print and keep with you in case you need to help yourself, a loved one, or a friend. You can help save a life.

Noticeable change in behavior.
Signs of depression (sleeping problems, change in appetite, feelings of hopelessness, etc.)
Alcohol or drug abuse.
Obsession with death.
Decline in performance or participation in activities.
Suicidal gesturing or reckless behavior.
Giving away prized possessions.
Unusual purchases (weapon, rope, pills).
Sudden happiness after a prolonged depression.
Talking about suicide or dying.
Withdrawal from friends or family.
Previous suicide attempts.
Statements about hopelessness, worthlessness, helplessness.
Inability to concentrate or trouble remembering.
Chronic pain or frequent complaints of physical symptoms.

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Listen and express concern in a non-judgmental way.
Take action. - get them connected with professional help.
Ask questions openly (e.g., "Do you have a plan?" "Will you talk with someone who can help?")
Show that you care.
Take suicide threats seriously.

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Do NOT keep it a secret.
Do NOT sidestep the issue or treat it lightly.
Do NOT leave the person alone.
Do NOT offer simple solutions.
Do NOT judge.
Do NOT offer or suggest drugs or alcohol.
Do NOT try to be a therapist - get professional help.

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		Warning Signs \| What To Do \| What Not To Do Warning Signs: Suicide prevention begins with knowledge. Please download this resource, print and keep with you in case you need to help yourself, a loved one, or a friend. You can help save a life. Noticeable change in behavior. Signs of depression (sleeping problems, change in appetite, feelings of hopelessness, etc.) Alcohol or drug abuse. Obsession with death. Decline in performance or participation in activities. Suicidal gesturing or reckless behavior. Giving away prized possessions. Unusual purchases (weapon, rope, pills). Sudden happiness after a prolonged depression. Talking about suicide or dying. Withdrawal from friends or family. Previous suicide attempts. Statements about hopelessness, worthlessness, helplessness. Inability to concentrate or trouble remembering. Chronic pain or frequent complaints of physical symptoms. ^ Back to Top What To Do Listen and express concern in a non-judgmental way. Take action. - get them connected with professional help. Ask questions openly (e.g., "Do you have a plan?" "Will you talk with someone who can help?") Show that you care. Take suicide threats seriously. ^ Back to Top What Not To Do Do NOT keep it a secret. Do NOT sidestep the issue or treat it lightly. Do NOT leave the person alone. Do NOT offer simple solutions. Do NOT judge. Do NOT offer or suggest drugs or alcohol. Do NOT try to be a therapist - get professional help. ^ Back to Top			SUICIDE IN COLORADO Suicide is the leading cause of injury death in Colorado (Based on 2004-2006 data). Colorado is currently ranked 6th in the country for suicide. (Based on 2005 data) Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for young Coloradans ages 10-34. In recent years Colorado has consistently ranked among the top ten states for suicide death rates. Colorado suicide rates have exceeded the national average by almost 40% since suicide data was first collected in 1910. Approximately 60 Coloradans die by suicide every month. In comparison with other public health concerns, suicide claims nearly as many lives as motor vehicle crashes, and more than diabetes, homicide, and AIDS.