Learning to recognize suicide signs can make all the difference in your or a loved one’s life. Suicide warning signs are one of many indications that it’s time to seek out professional mental health treatment. If you or a loved one are currently experiencing a suicide crisis, call or text 988 to speak to a crisis counselor right away. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours…
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