Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is a time to increase awareness and shift the public perception, to spread hope, and share important information. Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or background, and are often linked to mental health conditions. 

 Each year, approximately 1,100 college students die in this way. Madison College has resources to support students who are struggling with mental health. 

Madison College resources  

• Crisis line: 608.246.6060 

• Counseling and College Success: 608.246.6076   

• Public Safety: 608.245.2222 

Warning signs 

Warning signs that someone is thinking about suicide may include: 

• Talking about not wanting to be “here” anymore. 

• Access to lethal means (i.e. guns). 

• Talking about being a burden to others. 

• Feeling empty, hopeless, trapped or having no reason to live. 

• Feeling extremely sad, more anxious, agitated or full of rage. 

• Being in unbearable emotional or physical pain. 

• Withdrawing or feeling isolated. 

• Disrupted sleep. 

• Giving away possessions/money. 

• Increasing the use of drugs or alcohol. 

If these signs apply to you or someone you know, it is important to get help as soon as possible, support the person, and help them connect with resources.  

Dial or text “988” if you or someone you know needs support now. This is a nationwide suicide and crisis lifeline that is available for 24/7 support for mental health, substance use, and suicide crises.