- Depressed or irritable mood
- Decreased interest or pleasure in activities
- Change in appetite or weight
- Sleeping more or less than usual
- Feeling restless or slowed down
- Fatigue or loss of energy
- Decreased concentration
- Using drugs or alcohol
- Recent thoughts of death or suicide
Suicide awareness
Suicide is preventable. There is help. There is hope. If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, talk to a trusted adult.
Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text "HOME" to 741741.
You Matter: Keeping Your Teens Safe
Attend a free family workshop covering suicide prevention, cyberbullying and teen dating violence.
| Date | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2019 | Sachse High School | 6-7:30 p.m. |
| 03/04/2019 | North Garland High School | 6-7:30 p.m. |
| 03/05/2019 | Lakeview Centennial High School | 6-7:30 p.m. |
| 03/05/2019 | South Garland High School | 6-7:30 p.m. |
| 03/06/2019 | Naaman Forest High School | 6-7:30 p.m. |
| 03/07/2019 | Garland High School | 6-7:30 p.m. |
| 03/07/2019 | Rowlett High School | 6-7:30 p.m. |
Know what to look for
Know what to do
Take it seriously…
- Listen non-judgmentally
- Ask direct questions
- Be supportive
- Offer hope
Get help
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255 - ADAPT Community Solutions
1-866-260-8000 - Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Police: 911
- Hospital emergency room
- Anonymous Alerts® app
(activation code: garlandisd) - Contact your school counselor
