The following are indicators that one may be experiencing suicidal thoughts or ideations:

• Students/individuals giving away their most valued possessions
• Dialogue including statements about death, end of life, or about what someone’s life would be like if they were not alive
• Looking for a way to kill oneself
• Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose
• Talking about feeling trapped or being in unbearable pain
• Talking about being a burden to others
• Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs;
• Acting anxious, agitated, or reckless;
• Sleeping too little or too much;
• Withdrawing or feeling isolated;
• Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge; and
• Displaying extreme mood swings