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. 2011 Nov;128(5):970–979. doi: 10.1542/peds.2009-0367

TABLE 1.

Final List of Action/Warning Signs

Initial Construct Final Action Signs After Focus-Group Input
Severe depression with impairment Feeling very sad or withdrawn for ≥2 wk
Suicidal thoughts with plan or any attempt Seriously trying to harm or kill yourself, or making plans to do so
Panic attack Sudden overwhelming fear for no reason, sometimes with a racing heart or fast breathing
Severe aggression with impairment Involved in multiple fights, using a weapon, or wanting badly to hurt others
Poorly controlled impulses Severe out-of-control behavior that can hurt yourself or others
Eating disorder with impairment Not eating, throwing up, or using laxatives to make yourself lose weight
Severe anxiety with impairment Intense worries or fears that get in the way of your daily activities
Severe inattention/hyperactivity Extreme difficulty in concentrating or staying still that puts you in physical danger or causes school failure
Substance use Repeated use of drugs or alcohol
Mood swings Severe mood swings that cause problems in relationships
Personality changes Drastic changes in your behavior or personality