

Suicide Prevention
Learn about the signs of suicide and resources for getting help.
Help prevent suicide. There is help. There is hope. If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, talk to a trusted adult.
Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text "HOME" to 741741.
Learn more about mental health on the National Alliance on Mental Illness website.

Get help
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
- North Texas Crisis Line: 1-866-260-8000
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Police: 911
- Anonymous Alerts® app: (activation code: garlandisd)
- Contact your school counselor
- Go to a hospital emergency room
Support during or after a crisis
In the event a child expresses suicidal thoughts, suicidal intent or makes a suicide attempt, counselors will confidentially execute the district's Suicide Intervention Protocol (SIP). Parents will be notified. See below for a presentation that outlines warning signs and our process. Copies of the district protocol and consent forms are also provided as a reference.

Know what to look for
- Depressed or irritable mood
- Decreased interest or pleasure in activities
- Change in appetite or weight
- Sleeping more or less than usual
- Feeling restless or slowed down
- Fatigue or loss of energy
- Decreased concentration
- Using drugs or alcohol
- Recent thoughts of death or suicide

Know what to do
Take it seriously…
- Listen non-judgmentally
- Ask direct questions
- Be supportive
- Offer hope