Virtual
Sewing Circle
Bring your sewing stuf and
meetup with the CARE
Program via Zoom to sew
masks for your community.
Tuesdays
10am 311:45
Email Jen Metcalf for
mee}ng login & password
JenM@ctsi.nsn.us
Na}onal Suicide Preven}on Month
In the United States, suicide rates for American Indian and Alaska Na}ves is the highest of any racial
group. It is the second leading cause of death for AI/AN who are 15-24 years of age. It is important to
raise awareness and reduce the s}gma surrounding this topic, which includes encouraging those in need
to get mental health assistance. You can make a diference by learning about the warning signs of suicide
and by regularly checking in with your friends and family.
Suicide Warning Signs:
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Hopelessness; feeling like there is no way out
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Rage or anger
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Engaging in risky ac}vi}es
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Increasing alcohol and drug use
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Withdrawing from friends, family, or usual ac}vi}es
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Sleeping too much or too litle
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Anxiety, agita}on, or mood swings
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Seeing no reason for living or having no sense of purpose
in life
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Feeling that there is no one that cares about you
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Giving away possessions
Na}onal Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
September 2020
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