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Western Washington University

Suicide Prevention

Prevention

Prevention

We all have a role to play in suicide prevention. So don’t wait, start the conversation.

 

The first step in helping someone in distress is to notice the warning signs:

  • Dramatic changes in mood, eating or sleeping patterns
  • Engaging in impulsive or reckless behaviors
  • Withdrawing from friends, family or social activities
  • Expressing feelings of hopelessness
  • Gaining access to guns, pills, knives, etc.

 

If you are concerned that someone may be suicidal, reach out: 

  • Express concern
  • Ask the question, “Are you thinking about suicide?”
  • Offer hope, support, and understanding
  • Get help, together

 

WWU Counseling Center, OM 540, 360.650.3164, for help after-hours select “option 1”

National Suicide Prevention Hotline, 1.800.273.8255 (TALK)

Crisis Text Line, 741741

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Western Washington University

516 High Street
Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 650-3000

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