List at least five warning signs that might indicate a person is contemplating suicide

What will be an ideal response?


(any five or more of the following):
1. Recent loss and inability to let go of grief
2. Change in personality
3. Change in behavior - lack of concentration, loss of interest in activities, unexplained demonstration of happiness after a period of depression, or excessive risk-taking
4. Change is sexual interest
5. Change in sleep patterns and/or eating habits
6. History of depression
7. Direct or indirect statement about suicide
8. Making final preparations such as writing a will or giving away prized possessions
9. Preoccupation with themes of death
10. Marked changes in personal appearance

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