![]() ![]() ![]() had a major loss or disappointment, like someone close to them dying, failing exams or being dropped from their sports team, or having their refugee status declined. ![]() ![]() been through a major life change, like moving to a different country, coming out as gay or transgender, or retiring from work.no sense of their own culture, identity or purpose in life.no strong relationships with family, whanau, friends or community.been judged, shamed or put under a lot of pressure.a court case coming up or a recent prison sentence.recently broken up with their partner or lost custody of their children.been a victim of violence, bullying or sexual abuse.lost a friend or family member to suicide.just started or stopped taking medication for a mental health problem.an addiction to alcohol, drugs or gambling.been experiencing depression, an eating disorder or another mental illness.Someone may be at higher risk if they have: People from all backgrounds can feel suicidal. Lots of people go through this. If you think that someone might be at risk, pay attention to changes in their behavior, trust your instincts and ask them directly if they are thinking about suicide. People who feel suicidal might try to hide what they are going through or pretend they are okay. Some people who are suicidal might not show these signs, and some warning signs may not be obvious. suddenly seem calm or happy after they have been depressed or suicidal.give away possessions, pay back debts or 'tie up loose ends'.seem to have lost interest in life, or things they used to enjoy.sleep a lot more than usual, or stop getting enough sleep.lose or gain a lot of weight, or have unusual eating patterns.use drugs or alcohol to cope with difficult feelings or thoughts.feel worthless, guilty, whakama or ashamed.hurt themselves – for example, cutting skin or taking an overdose.have changes in mood – becoming depressed, angry or enraged.tell you they want to die or kill themselves.don't seem to be coping with any problems they may be having.become isolated or withdrawn from family,whānau and friends.read or write about suicide online, or post photos or videos about suicide.access things they could use to hurt themselves,like a rope or gun.If someone shows one or more of these signs, it doesn't necessarily mean they are suicidal, but it’s likely they need your support. Most people thinking about taking their own life will try to let someone know, but they often won't say so directly. “It’s okay to talk with me about anything, and I mean that.” What to look out for Warning signs for suicide Support from people who care about them, and connection with their own sense of culture, identity and purpose, can help them to find a way through. People who feel suicidal often feel like they are alone and that their family, whānau and friends would be better off without them It can feel impossible to have hope that things will get better. Lots of people feel suicidal at some time in their lives. They might feel whakamā or ashamed of how they’re feeling, like they don’t deserve help, or like no-one can help them. Most people who attempt suicide don’t want to die – they just want their pain to end or can’t see another way out of their situation.Ī person who is thinking about suicide might not ask for help, but that doesn’t mean that help isn’t wanted. Encourage them to get help and talk to someone about what they are going through. Let them know there is help available to them. If someone tells you they are thinking about suicide, recognise their pain or what they’ve just said and invite them to keep talking. It can be really hard to tell someone you care about that you are feeling suicidal. If someone has thoughts or feelings about suicide, it's important to take them seriously. If you’re worried that someone might be thinking about suicide, don’t be afraid to ask them directly. "Can we talk?"Advice for families, whānau and friends NOTE: To order this free resource, please visit the Mental Health Foundation's online shop. ![]()
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