The warning signs of suicide can sometimes go undetected. IS PATH WARM? Is a way to help remember the signs of threat.
I Ideation: Threatening or talking about wanting to hurt/kill him/herself; looking for ways to kill him/herself; talking or writing about death, dying or suicide, when these actions are out of the ordinary
S Substance Abuse: Increase in alcohol or drug use
P Purposelessness: No reason for living; no sense of purpose in life
A Anxiety: agitation, unable to sleep or sleeping all the time
T Trapped: Feeling there is no way out; can’t see possibility of change
H Hopelessness: doesn’t feel there is a solution; don’t see themselves as worthwhile
W Withdrawal: from friends, family and society
A Anger: rage, seeking revenge, irritation, frustration
R Recklessness: Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities, seemingly without thinking
M Mood changes: Dramatic mood swings, restlessness, hand-wringing, pacing, inability to meet deadlines, some experience physical pain
If you or someone you know is threatening suicide, please call the Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Chris and his entire organization did a wonderful job with mom’s funeral. Mom had deteriorated in the final weeks of her life, Carlisle Branson gave her dignity back, she was so pretty at the viewing, I know she would have been very happy with how good she looked. Thank you all for the great job and kindness you showed my whole family from beginning to the end. Sincerely, Alice, Ron, Steve, Rick Overton, and families.