Suicide Prevention

  • Suicide is a leading cause of death among Kentuckians, yet one of the most preventable. Know the facts, save a life.

    TO SAVE A LIFE

    • TALK to a trusted adult as quickly as possible.
    • Realize someone might be suicidal.
    • Reach out. Asking DOES NOT increase risk.
    • Listen. Talking things out can save a life.
    • Don’t try to do everything yourself. Get others involved. Contact a teacher or counselor at your school.
    • Don’t promise secrecy, and don’t worry about being disloyal.
    • If persuasion fails, call your mental health center, local hotline, or emergency services.

    WARNING SIGNS

    • Threatening or talking about hurting or killing oneself.
    • Seeking access to firearms, available pills, or other means.
    • Talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide.
    • Feeling hopeless.
    • Feeling rage, uncontrolled anger, or seeking revenge.
    • Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities.
    • Feeling trapped - like there’s no way out.
    • Increasing alcohol or drug use.
    • Withdrawing from friends, family, and society.
    • Feeling anxious or agitated, unable to sleep, or sleeping all the time.
    • Experiencing dramatic mood changes.
    • Seeing no reason for living or having no sense of purpose in life.

    www.kentuckysuicideprevention.org  

    RESOURCE NUMBERS

    Available 24/7, 365 days

    1-800-273-TALK
    1-800-SUICIDE

    Lincoln Trail
    Behavioral Health System
    1-800-274-7374

    Pennyroyal RESPOND
    1-877-473-7766

    River Valley Crisis Line
    1-800-433-7291

    www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

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