SUICIDE
where to go and what to do
if you or someone you know needs help
where to go and what to do
if you or someone you know needs help
| Where to get help, People to call Peninsula Community Mental Health Crisis Line 452-4500 National Suicide Hotline 1-800-Suicide 1-800-784-2433 http://www.suicide.org/index.html American Foundation for Suicide Prevention People to See * School Counselors * Physician/Health Care Providers * Private Clinics and Facilities * Mental Health Specialist * Hospital Emergency Room Staff * Minister, Priest, Pastor Port Angeles Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 301 Lopez Avenue Group Name: Survivor Support Group Contact Person: Julie Andrew (360) 460-9902 julieanne2001us@yahoo.com Leadership Type: Peer Meetings/Month: 2 - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 4 to 5 PM Charge: No Family Planning of Clallam County 1106 East First Street Port Angeles, WA 98362 (360) 452-2954 1.800.SUICIDE - National Suicide Prevention Hotline MedlinePlus: Suicide Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline |
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WARNING SIGN CHECKLIST this is not a test! Place an X in the blank for any item(s)that apply to you or a friend. ___Sleeping pattern has changed. For example, sleeping much later than before, not sleeping well, wake up early in the morning, or taking a lot of naps. ___Feeling on edge more than before. ___Cutting self off from family or friends ___Major life change. For example, divorce, marriage, or death of family member. ___Appetite has changed. For example eating more than before or eating less than before. Clearly lost weight, or clearly gained weight. ___Can't focus very well. ___Not interested in school. For example, not paying attention, grades have dropped, or not going to class. ___Lost interest or pleasure in activities that were enjoyed before. ___Feeling hopeless about the future. ___Sudden mood or behavior changes. For example, more quiet now than before, or more outgoing than before. ___Started using or have increased use of drugs and/or alcohol. ___Feeling angry or snapping at people for little things. ___Criticizing or blaming self or others more than before. ___Thinking about hurting oneself or that life isn't worth the living. ___Not having anyone to talk to, but needing to talk to someone. We all feel these things at times and that is normal. But if you've placed and X next to several of the items, or you felt bad for a few weeks or longer, you should talk to an adult that you trust. For example you could talk to a teacher, counselor, doctor, or any other adult that you trust and you feel will listen to you. Remember you don't have to feel bad; you can feel good, you just may need help to do it! There are people who care about you and want to help you. What to do STOP Show You Care
STOP Ask the Question
STOP Get Help
Facts X Two Washington State youths complete suicide each week. X One out of ten Washington State youth has attempted suicide. X Youth suicides in Washington State outnumber youth homicides. Myths ? Talking about suicide will "cause" someone to do it. ? A person who talks about suicide is not really serious about dying. Warning Signs
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