13 Signs Of Borderline Personality Disorder

9. Suicidal Thoughts or Tendencies

Individuals, families, and communities across the country experience enormous anguish, suffering, and loss as a result of suicide. Every day, over 130 Americans commit suicide, equating to one death every 11 minutes. Suicide is the second largest cause of death among those aged 10-14 and 25-34, with over 12.2 million adults in the United States having severe suicidal thoughts in the previous year.

Suicidal behavior should be addressed seriously at all times, as a failed attempt might lead to a future suicide. Parasuicide is defined as risky activities such as speeding or disobeying traffic regulations, or misusing drugs, when the person exhibits complete indifference for whether the acts may end in his or her death.