If you see any of these danger signs, call a doctor, mental health clinic or suicide hotline immediately:
10 – A sudden brightening of mood after a period of being depressed.
9 – Delusions or hallucinations, such as hearing voices.
8 – Actions or threats of assault, physical harm or violence.
7 – Unusually risky behavior, such as buying or handling a gun or driving recklessly.
6 – Threats or talk of death or suicide, such as “I don’t care anymore”, or “You won’t need to worry about me much longer”.
5 – Putting affairs in order, such as saying goodbye to friends, giving away prized possessions or writing a will.
4 – Pacing agitated behavior, frequent mood changes and sleeplessness for several nights.
3 – Withdrawal from relationships.
2 – Strong desire to be alone such as refusing to go to school or participate in group activities.
1 – Feeling of sadness, helplessness and hopelessness that usually have crying spells.
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