SALT LAKE CITY — Suicide is the leading cause of death for Utahns ages 10-24. And it affects many others across the country and around the globe, too. On World Suicide Prevention Day, we're sharing resources that could potentially help save a life.

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.

Know the signs

The following are warning signs of immediate risk when it comes to suicide. Call 911 if you or someone you know is experiencing the following:

• Threatening to hurt or kill themself or talking of wanting to hurt or kill themself
• Looking for ways to kill themself 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

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Additional warning signs:

• Increased substance use
• No reason for living, no sense of purpose in life
• Anxiety, agitation, unable to sleep or sleeping all the time
• Feeling trapped — like there's no way out
• Hopelessness
• Withdrawal from friends, family and society
• Rage, uncontrolled anger, seeking revenge
• Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities, seemingly without thinking
• Dramatic mood changes

(Courtesy of the Utah Suicide Prevention Coalition)

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