4 Early Warning Signs of Suicide

Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, and it’s important to be aware of the warning signs. The four signs listed below are some of the most common indicators that someone may be considering suicide. If you see any of these signs in someone you know, don’t hesitate to reach out for help. South Coast Community Services Association provides suicide prevention services and other types of mental health treatment for residents of Southern California. Learn more and reach out to us today to schedule an appointment. Any Unusual Changes in Behavior While unusual changes in behavior can be a sign of suicide, they are often overlooked because the changes may seem unrelated.  For example, a usually outgoing person may start to withdraw from social activities and become more isolated. Or someone who is typically well-kept may let their appearance go. These changes in behavior can be a sign that the person is struggling and may be considering suicide. Changes in Sleeping Patterns Changes in sleeping patterns is another common sign of suicide. A person who is struggling may start to sleep more or less than usual. They may also have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. If you notice any changes in someone’s sleeping habits, it’s important to reach out and ask how they’re doing. Loss of Interest If someone starts to lose interest in activities they once enjoyed, it may be a sign that they’re considering suicide. This can include hobbies, social activities, work, or school. If you notice a change in someone’s level of interest, ask them if they’re okay and see if there’s anything you can do to help. Making Preparations  If someone starts making preparations for their death, it’s a sign that they may be considering suicide. This can include giving away prized possessions, making a will, or talking about life after death. If you notice any of these signs, reach out to the person and see if they need help. These are just some of the signs that someone may be considering suicide. If you are worried about someone, the best thing to do is talk to him or her about it. You can also reach out to the South Coast Community Services Association for suicide help or mental health treatment. We provide suicide prevention services for residents of San Bernardino and Orange County. Reach out to us today to schedule an appointment.

Welcome to our Family Wrap Blog

Welcome to our Family Wrap blog! We have a passion for children and the importance of their mental health. Now, more than ever, it is important to have honest conversations about our children and their well-being while at school and in the community. Our intention behind our blog is to share mental health facts and information that directly affect students, schools, and their families. Our Family Wrap program provides mental health services and training. We have seen the direct benefit in having informed dialogues when our team has provided these resources to schools and the community. Mental health information is urgently needed, but more importantly, our hope here is to provide you with the concrete steps to walk away knowing what to do today. We will be covering topics such as suicide prevention, bullying prevention, and truancy. As a team, we will have a variety of professionals who will be contributing to this blog to provide you with tips and resources to support the growing conversations for mental health wellness for our children. What mental health topics would you be interested in? Please comment below and join us in our dialogue on mental health and wellness in our schools and the community. Please follow us on Facebook. With Gratitude, Julianne Guinasso, LMFT, Family Wrap Program Director