Suicide, Self-harm, & Suicidal Ideation

Suicide is death caused by a self-directed plan with the intent to die. Self-harm/self-injury is the act of hurting yourself on purpose. Suicidal ideation refers to thinking, about, considering, or planning suicide. Many people engage in self-harm because it is a way to have control over their body when systems seem to dictate their lives. Some Warning Signs may include wearing long sleeves and pants even in hot weather and unexplained frequent injuries.