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If you are thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, GET help NOW! Prevent depression and suicide. Warning signs of depression and suicide:

  • Sadness that won’t go away
  • Losing interest in what used to be fun
  • No longer hanging with your friends
  • Thoughts of harming or killing yourself
  • Anger or rage
  • Suicide threats
  • Talking about death or feeling helpless
  • Giving away things you valued
  • Poems, essays, and drawing that refer to death
  • Change in eating or sleeping patterns
  • Severe drop in school performance

For emergencies, please dial 911 and/or contact:

For more information on depression, suicide or any other mental health issues, please contact your behavioral health organization:

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