SUICIDE WARNING SIGNS
*Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself
*Looking for a way to kill oneself, such as searching online or buying a gun
*Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
*Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
*Talking about being a burden to others
*Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
*Acting anxious or agitated, behaving recklessly
*Sleeping too little or too much
*Withdrawing or feeling isolated
*Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
*Displaying extreme mood swings
YOU CAN BE A LIFELINE TO SOMEONE - BE BRAVE & STEP UP
*Asking someone directly about suicidal intent lowers anxiety, opens up communication and lowers the risk of a suicide attempt
*Suicide prevention is everybody's business, and anyone can help prevent the tragedy of suicide
WHAT IS QPR?......
Question. Persuade. Refer.
3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide
QPR Training
*FREE - no cost to you
*approx. 2 hour power-point presentation
*2 CEU's provided by NBCC
*per APOSTC all law enforcement agencies non-executive trainings are to be approved by the chief/sheriff - we want to speak with your law enforcement agency