Mental health resources and suicide prevention
Mental health is as essential to a person’s life as physical health. Mental health includes emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act, and helps determine how we relate to others, make choices and handle stress.
Often individuals, families, organizations and communities hesitate to talk about mental health. Not talking about it can increase the risk of people who are struggling and potentially decrease the likelihood they will seek help when they need it most. Help is available 24-hours a day.
The 988 Lifeline is free and confidential.
The 988 Lifeline provides judgment-free care. Talking with someone can help save your life.
The Minnesota Warmline provides peer support and connection with others.
Calls are answered by peer support staff who have first-hand experience living with a mental health condition. They are available to listen, provide support, and connect you with resources. And if you’re in need of more help, they can connect you to the nearest crisis services.
Minnesota Day One® provides help and resources for victims of general crime, domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking or those concerned about their relationships.
NAMI Minnesota is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with mental illnesses and their families.
Suicide warning signs
It can be hard to tell if someone is thinking about suicide. Warning signs can come up in conversations or through action and behavior changes. Most people who die by suicide have one or more warning signs.
Here are some signs you can look for that may help you recognize if a person may be thinking about suicide.
What they might talk about
- Wanting to die
- Feeling hopeless or helpless
- Having no purpose or reason to live
- Feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
- Being a burden to others
- Suicide
What they might do, especially if related to a painful event, loss or change
- Looking for a way to end their life
- Increasing the use of alcohol of drugs
- Sleeping too little or too much or other changes
- Giving away possessions
- Withdrawing from activities
What behavior changes they may show
- Extreme mood swings
- Uncontrolled anger or talking about seeking revenge
- Anxiety or agitation
- Reckless behavior