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How to Recognize Suicidal Behavior -- And What to Do
May 06, 2024
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How to Recognize Suicidal Behavior -- And What to Do
Look for signs of reckless or withdrawn behavior. For example, does he or she drive fast without worrying about the consequences? Or has he or she withdrawn from a normal routine? Has isolation become regular? And is staying in bed occurring often? These can be signs of suicidal behavior.
Mood Changes that Can Signal Suicide
Low energy can be a sign of major depression. However, if your loved one suddenly perks up, stay vigilant. Experts say that this may be a sign that he or she has made a decision to end life, which explains suddenly joyous behavior or a mysterious type of high.
Take a look at the person's internet browsing history. Are they researching ways to attempt suicide? And are they looking up things needed to end life? Have they looked into purchasing guns when guns would not normally be something that he or she is interested in? Don’t feel bad about snooping. Discovering this could save the life of your loved one.
Another VERY BIG sign can be a goodbye. The AFSP says that those who exhibit suicidal behavior may go and see people or call people to say final goodbyes. They may also give meaningful items away. In other words, if a person’s favorite treasure is suddenly passed off to someone else, the behavior needs to be taken seriously.
That said, a goodbye may not be obvious. It may be a simple text that doesn’t say much or a quick phone call in which the person just says hello. This is why taking all signs into account is crucial.
Mood is another factor to take into consideration. According to the AFSP, depression is a major factor. The person may lose interest in daily activities. He or she may become aggressive, irritable or anxious.
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