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Depression & Suicide Warning Signs

Bridwell 7 Health

Depression

  • Regular despondent mood or loss of interest in activities
  • Despondent means "in low spirits or loss of hope"
  • Makes daily life challenging.

Depression

Causes of Depression

Causes

  • Loss, abuse,
  • genetics,
  • unfulfilled expectations,
  • going against your values...

More Causes

More

  • major life events (moving, graduation, marriage, pregnancy)
  • drugs, hormones, medication...

Even More

  • loss of health,
  • stress,
  • bullying,
  • money

Morer

Dealing with Depression

Coping

  • Help others,
  • increase your health habits,
  • exercise,
  • listen to happy/calming music,
  • get help (counseling/medication),
  • talk to a good friend/loved one

Warning Signs of Depression

& Suicide

Warnings

  • Can’t do daily responsibilities,
  • withdrawal from usual activities,
  • talks about death/dying,
  • drop in grades,
  • increase drug use,
  • major loss,
  • reckless behavior,
  • crying multiple times daily,
  • gives away valuable possessions

Things to Do to Help Someone Who Might be Suicidal

  • Ask questions,
  • listen to them,
  • show that you care,
  • TELL SOMEONE
  • call 911
  • or the Careline (452-help)

Things to Do

Things to Not Do if Someone's Suicidal

  • don’t freak out,
  • don’t put them down or spread rumors,
  • don’t keep it a secret,
  • don’t try to handle it alone

Don't Do

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