Concerned about someone

Take it seriously

If you are concerned about someone else or need to talk, call or text 988.

You can also visit the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline here: https://988lifeline.org/

Everyone has a role to play in suicide prevention. Forefront Suicide Prevention’s LEARN® steps can help.

Learn the signs for suicide risk

Talking about wanting to die
Talking about feeling trapped or wanting to escape
Showing anger or irritability
Becoming isolated and withdrawn
Feelings of being a burden to others
Increasing sleep difficulties
No interest in favorite things

Learn the risk factors for suicide

Mental illness, most commonly depression and/or anxiety
History of trauma
Family history of suicide or suicide attempts
Hopelessness
Major physical illness
Job loss or major debt
Loss of a relationship
Impulsive and/or aggressive tendencies
Access to lethal means during time of increased risk

LEARN® steps

Look for signs
Empathize and listen
Ask about suicide
Remove the danger
Next steps