Health Tip: Recognize Suicidal Behaviors

(HealthDay News) -- Many people who are contemplating suicide exhibit warning signs, the University of South Florida says.

Seek professional help for a person who exhibits these behaviors:

• Talking about suicide or death.
• Subtly mentioning wanting to end it all or for everything to be over.
• Having a detailed plan for committing suicide.
• Suddenly engaging in very dangerous or risky behaviors.
• Increased use of drugs or alcohol.
• Giving away their possessions.
• A previous suicide attempt.
• Depression, including symptoms of anger, resentment, alienation, loss of interest in once enjoyed activities, or isolation from friends and family.

-- Diana Kohnle

Last Updated: Jan. 05, 2007

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