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WARNING SIGNS
Previous suicide attempts
Increased substance abuse
Hopelessness
Lack of motivation, and care about themselves or others
Sudden burst of happiness after a season of depression
Giving away prized possessions
Making a will
Quitting a job or other commitments
HOW CAN YOU HELP!
WE MUST TALK ABOUT SUICIDE. IF WE
CAN REDUCE SHAME WE CAN HELP. WE MUST ACCEPT THAT DEPRESSION IS
A LEGITIMATE AND TREATABLE ILLNESS. IF WE LEARN MORE ABOUT SUICIDE
- WE CAN SAVE LIVES.
If someone you know is thinking about
suicide - think QPR
Question them- ask
if they are considering suicide.
Persuade them to talk.
Refer them for professional help.
If you feel that the danger is imminent: Call 9-1-1 or Call Geauga
County Copeline at 1-800-285-5665.
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