Mental disorder associated with suicidal behavior (e.g., depression, substance abuse, or personality disorder) Feeling hopeless Being male (in the United States) Prior suicidal behavior (suicide threats, suicide attempts) Specific behaviors that suggest suicide planning (giving away possessions, saying goodbye to friends, talking about death or suicide, talking about specific plans to commit suicide, rehearsing a suicidal act, and/or accumulating medications) Family history of suicidal behavior Chronic impulsivity or aggression and low stress tolerance Poor coping and problem-solving skills Poor judgment and rigid, distorted thinking Major life stressors (physical or sexual assault, threats against life, diagnosis of serious medical problem, dissolution of a significant relationship, or sexual identity issues) Breakdown of support systems or social isolation Changes in mental status (acute deterioration in mental functioning, onset of major mental illness, extreme anxiety, paranoia, or severe depression) Unsatisfying relationship history (never married, separated, divorced, or lack of significant relationships) Poor work history (spotty work history or chronic unemployment) Childhood abuse History of violent behavior |