What are considered warning signs of suicide? (Select all that apply.)
a. Talking about suicide
b. Increased interactions with friends and family
c. Drug or alcohol abuse
d. Difficulty concentrating on work or school
e. Personality changes
ANS: A, C, D, E
Warning signs of suicide include talking about suicide, decreased interactions with friends and family, drug/alcohol abuse, difficulty concentrating on work or school, and personality changes.
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