About suicide
Source: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
There’s no single cause for suicide. Suicide most often occurs when stressors and health issues converge to create an experience of hopelessness and despair. Depression is the most common condition associated with suicide, and it is often undiagnosed or untreated. Conditions like depression, anxiety and substance problems, especially when unaddressed, increase risk for suicide. Yet it’s important to note that most people who actively manage their mental health conditions go on to engage in life.
Warning signs for suicide
Source: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Some warning signs may help you determine if a loved one is at risk for suicide, especially if the behavior is new, has increased, or seems related to a painful event, loss, or change. If you or someone you know exhibits any of these, seek help by contacting one of the resources listed below.
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Talking about wanting to die or to kill themselves
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Looking for a way to kill themselves, like searching online or buying a gun
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Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
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Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
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Talking about being a burden to others
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Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
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Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly
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Sleeping too little or too much
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Withdrawing or isolating themselves
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Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
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Extreme mood swings
How to help
Source: National Institute of Mental Health
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ASK: “Are you thinking about killing yourself?” It’s not an easy question, but studies show that asking at-risk individuals if they are suicidal does not increase suicides or suicidal thoughts.
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KEEP THEM SAFE: Reducing a suicidal person’s access to highly lethal items or places is an important part of suicide prevention. While this is not always easy, asking if the at-risk person has a plan and removing or disabling the lethal means can make a difference.
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BE THERE: Listen carefully and learn what the individual is thinking and feeling. Research suggests acknowledging and talking about suicide may reduce rather than increase suicidal thoughts.
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HELP THEM CONNECT: Save the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s (1-800-273-TALK (8255)) and the Crisis Text Line’s number (741741) in your phone, so it’s there when you need it. You can also help make a connection with a trusted individual like a family member, friend, spiritual adviser, or mental health professional.
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STAY CONNECTED: Staying in touch after a crisis or after being discharged from care can make a difference. Studies have shown the number of suicide deaths goes down when someone follows up with the at-risk person.
Additional Sources of Support
If you are feeling suicidal, are worried about a friend or relative who is showing warning signs of suicide, or are looking for additional sources of support please contact us or reach out to one of the resources below.
Located in Rosebud?
24/7 and Emergency Resources
Dispatch: 605-856-6528 or 911
Indian Health Service Rosebud: (605)747-2231
St. Francis Suicide Prevention Hotline: (605) 319-1280
South Dakota Suicide Prevention sdsuicideprevention.org
Behavioral Health Resources
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program: (605)747-2342
Southern Plains Behavioral Health Services: (605) 856-4631
Youth Resources
Tiwahe Glu Kini Pi: (605)-856-8163
Tokala Inajinyo Suicide Prevention Program:
(605) 856-2587
Social Services
Community Health Representatives: (605)747-2316
Maternal and Child Health: (605) 747-2990
Sicangu Child & Family Services: (605)856-4855
Sicangu Oyate Tipi Homeless Shelter: (605)747-2096
Social Services: (605)747-2401
Veteran's Affairs: (605)747-2593
White Buffalo Calf Woman Society: (605)856-2317
WIC: (605)747-2617
National Resources
National Suicide Prevention Helpline
Call:1-800-273-8255
Online chat: here
Text: Text HOME to 741741
Trevor Project for LGBTQ youth
Call: 1-866-488-7386
Online chat: here
Text: Text START to 678678
Veteran Crisis Line
Call: 1-800-273-8255 (press 1)
Online chat: here
Text: Text a message to 838255
website: mentalhealth.va.gov
Drug Rehabilitation Resources
https://www.drugrehab.com/guides/suicide-risks/