Progression of Suicidal Behavior

If you are in crisis, dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in Connecticut. 2-1-1 is certified by the American Association of Suicidology. If you live outside of Connecticut use the National Hopeline number which is 1-800-784-2433.

• Thoughts - having thoughts about killing oneself
• Gestures - self-directed, potentially harmful behaviors which do not result in injury
• Parasuicides - self-inflicted harm in which a person's intent was something other than suicide
• Attempts - self-inflicted harm in which a person's intent was to kill him/herself but was unsuccessful in doing so.
• Completions - a suicide attempt which results in death