Some warning signs that indicate the possibility that a person is considering suicide is withdrawn behavior, isolation, giving away possessions, loss of interest in hobbies or activities, abuse of alcohol or drugs, reckless behavior, extreme behavior changes, self-mutilation, sleep disturbances, lock of hygiene, change or loss of appetite or weight, physical health complaints, stressful events, losses, depression, anger, impulsivity, worthlessness, guilt, loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, helplessness, and negative thoughts and comments. Comments like "I wish I were dead", "I can't take it anymore." "I can't think straight anymore." "I won't need this anymore." "I can't do anything." "Everyone would be better off without me." "All my problems will be over soon." "Now I know what other feel like." "No one can do anything for me."
Any one or combination of these behaviors, feelings, actions, could be an indication of suicidal ideation.
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