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Teen girls and suicide: 6 signs

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WHAT ARE THE WARNING SIGNS OF SUICIDE FOR TEENAGE GIRLS?

  • Talking or writing about suicide
  • Increasing use of alcohol or drugs
  • Feeling trapped, hopeless or helpless about a situation
  • Doing risky or self-destructive things
  • Giving away personal items for no clear, logical reason
  • Drastic mood swings, significant changes in normal routines

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