Suicide Prevention Information

Warning Signs

Seek help as soon as possible by contacting a mental health professional or by calling or texting the suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 if you or someone you know exhibits any of the following signs:


  • Threatening to hurt or kill oneself or talking, about wanting to hurt or kill oneself

  • Looking for ways to kill oneself by seeking access to firearms, available pills, or other means

  • Talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide when these actions are out of the ordinary for the person

  • Feeling hopeless

  • Feeling rage or uncontrolled anger or seeking revenge

  • Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities - seemingly without thinking

  • Feeling trapped - like there's no way out

  • Increasing alcohol or drug use

  • Withdrawing from friends, family, and society

  • Feeling anxious, agitated, or unable to sleep or sleeping all the time

  • Experiencing dramatic mood changes

  • Seeing no reason for living or having no sense of purpose in life



Where to Get Help
 


Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center

24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988

Focus On Life

Phone: 671-646-5194

Prevention & Training Branch (PEACE)

Phone: 671-477-9079 thru 9083

 

 

University of Guam, I Pinangon, Campus Suicide Prevention Program

 

 

OTHER LOCAL AND NATIONAL HOTLINES:
  • Local Emergency: 911
  • Sanctuary Hotline: (671) 475-7100
  • Teen Suicide Hotline: 1-800-552-8336
  • Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-843-5200 

 



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