The behaviors listed below may be signs that someone is thinking about suicide.

Talking about wanting to die or wanting to kill themselves

Talking about feeling empty, hopeless, or having no reason to live

Planning or looking for a way to kill themselves, such as searching online, stockpiling pills, or newly acquiring potentially lethal items (e.g., firearms, ropes)

Talking about great guilt or shame

Talking about feeling trapped or feeling that there are no solutions

Feeling unbearable pain, both physical or emotional

Talking about being a burden to others

Using alcohol or drugs more often

Acting anxious or agitated

Withdrawing from family and friends

Changing eating and/or sleeping habits

Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge

Taking risks that could lead to death, such as reckless driving

Talking or thinking about death often

Displaying extreme mood swings, suddenly changing from very sad to very calm or happy

Giving away important possessions

Saying goodbye to friends and family

Putting affairs in order, making a will