How can you tell if your loved one is suicidal?

This is a small quiz to help determine if a loved one is suicidal and what steps should be taken to help stop suicide.

My child has excessive mood swings and talks about wanting to die. Does this mean that he/she may be considering suicide?

A) TRUE: talk to them, listen, and if there's any doubt contact a mental health professional or call the National Suicide Hotline at 800-273-8255.

B) FALSE

Is there anything we can do to help save a life?

A) Start a conversation

B) Provide support

C) Direct help to those who need it!

D) Call the National Suicide Hotline

E) All of the above

Are there any behaviors that are considered a risk for a person to commit suicide?

A) Talking about Dying

B) Increasing alcohol use

C) Sleeping more than usual

D) Giving away personal belongings

E) All of the above

Are there any risk factors or characteristics that would make a person consider suicide?

A) Financial hardships

B) Divorce or breakups

C) Feelings of hopelessness

D) Mental Disorders or Substance abuse

E) All of the above

What can we do to prevent suicide?

A) Become informed

B) Talk about it

C) Provide support services

D) Insist immediate counseling

E) All of the above