Knowing the Warning Signs

Talking about wanting to die or killing oneself
Looking for a way to kill oneself, such as searching online or obtaining a gun
Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
Impulsive behaviors or being more irritated than usual
Not functioning like their usual selves (i.e. change in habits of how they dress, general appearance, eating or sleeping habits)
Excessive worry
Trouble concentrating
Substance misuse
Posting captions, hashtags, or emojis that are overtly sad or negative, especially if they go beyond sarcastic jokes