09/04/2026
Signs That Someone Is Contemplating Su***de
Reviewed by Devon Frye
Recognizing that someone may be considering su***de can be uniquely challenging. Some people will display external signs that they’re at risk or will be vocal about their considerations. Others make an effort to conceal their suicidal ideation and hide their intentions from others.
Because it’s impossible to know what’s going on in another person’s head, anyone who sees one or more of the below warning signs—or simply suspects that their loved one may be thinking of su***de, absent any of the below—should ask, as reaching out could help save a life. Despite widespread fears about such an inquiry, research has consistently shown that asking someone whether they are contemplating su***de will not “put the idea in their head” if it wasn’t there to begin with.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/su***de/warning-signs-of-su***de
