If you or someone close to use is having thoughts about suicide—get help immediately. If you need help, call Far West for an appointment to see a therapist as soon as possible. All of our therapists are experienced in dealing with people struggling with thoughts of suicide. If you feel you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call the Crisis Line:

The following are some "warning signs" of suicide:

Please Note: The diagnosis and treatment of depression and other psychiatric disorders requires trained medical professionals. The information provided below is to be used for educational purposes only. It should NOT be used as a substitute for seeking professional care for the diagnosis and treatment of any mental/psychiatric disorders.

Potential Emotional Indicators

• Hopelessness or Helplessness
• Intense Panic/Anxiety
• Feelings of guilt and/or shame
• Depression
• Moodiness
• Irritability/anger
• Increased crying
• Persistently sad or “empty” mood
• Sudden euphoria or happy/calm mood
• Feelings of worthlessness

Potential Behavioral Indicators

• Talking about suicide, making a plan or preoccupation with death
• Giving prized possessions away
• Change in weight/appetite
• Increase or decrease in sleep
• Dangerous or impulsive behavior
• Self injurious behavior (i.e. cutting or burning oneself)
• Drug or alcohol abuse
• Previous suicide attempts
• Family history of suicide attempts
• Withdrawal from family/friends, isolating
• Preparation for death (i.e. setting one’s affairs in order)
• Loss of interest in things that normally one cares about

If you suspect a friend or loved one is considering suicide, take your suspicion seriously, but don’t feel that you have to save them all by yourself – help is available 24 hours a day.