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1 2007-2011 Suicide Completions in Four River (All Ages)

2 Let’s Talk… About the Role of Schools In Preventing Suicide Among Students

3 Introductions Lisa Huddleston Principal LCMS Lisa.huddleston@livingston.kyschools.us 270-839-1827 or 270-988-3263

4 What’s In It For Me? Targets: I can identify risk factors. I can identify warning signs. I can identify, prioritize, & implement protective factors. I can refer and follow up with students who exhibit concerning behaviors. I can refer to resources on the web and will complete self- study.

5 Agenda Suicide Statistics Current Laws Affecting Kentucky Schools Identifying at Risk Students Early Identification, Referral, & Follow-Up Putting it all together Closure

6 Four Rivers Slides

7 2007-2011 Suicide Completions in Four River (All Ages)

8 All Ages <2020-2425-2930-3435-4445-6465+ Four Rivers 159913811295534 Ballard 401135122621 Calloway 221231395 Carlisle 120012196 Fulton 70000144 Graves 3322026156 Hickman 50011022 McCracken 545444111512 Marshall 440513141612

9 Pennyrile Slides Livingston is part of Pennyroyal Stats

10 2007-2011 Suicide Completions in Pennyroyal (All Ages)

11 All Ages <2020-2425-2930-3435-4445-6465+ Pennyroyal 1617141011376220 Caldwell 80011150 Christian 54496215135 Crittenden 70101230 Hopkins 37121210174 Livingston 70110221 Lyon 70000151 Muhlenberg 262104487 Todd 70000052 Trigg 80011240

12 Violent Deaths Worldwide Suicide Armed Conflict Homicide ?

13 Violent Deaths Worldwide

14 There were 38,364 deaths by suicide in the year 2010… … That’s 105.1 suicides each day …

15 Trends among High School students by gender in the United States from 1991–2009

16 Suicide Rates Among Persons Ages 10 Years and Older, by Gender, United States, 1991–2010

17 In Kentucky… Kentucky has the 21 st Highest Suicide completion rate in the nation. Suicide is the 3 rd leading cause of death for 10-14 year olds. Suicide is the 2 nd leading cause of death for 15-34 year olds. Suicide is the 4 th leading cause of death for 35-54 year olds.

18 2007-2011 Suicide Completions in Kentucky (All Ages)

19 2007-2011 Suicide Completions in Kentucky (Ages <20)

20 2010 Suicide Completions in YOUR REGION (All Ages) Refer to Supplemental Slides

21 2010 Suicide Completions in YOUR REGION (All Ages) Refer to Supplemental Slides

22 School Laws in the US Alaska, Kentucky, Louisiana, and Tennessee are the only four states who mandate annual 2-hour suicide prevention training for school personnel. Alaska requires 2 hours of training each year for teachers, administrators, counselors, and specialists who provide services to students in grades 7-12. Kentucky requires 2 hours of “self-study review of suicide prevention materials” each year for high school and middle school principals, guidance counselors, and teachers. Louisiana requires 2 hours of in-service training each year for teachers, school counselors, principals, and other administrators “for whom such training is deemed beneficial”. Tennessee requires 2 hours of in-service training each year for teachers and principals.

23 Senate Bill 65 Suicide Prevention Education for Middle and High School Staff Signed by Governor April 13, 2010 http://www.lrc.ky.gov/record/10RS/SB65.htm Amends KRS 158.070 to require all high school and middle school principals, guidance counselors and teachers to complete a minimum of two hours of self-study review of suicide prevention materials each school year. Also amends KRS 161.011 to permit suicide prevention training for classified employees.

24 House Bill 51 Suicide Prevention Information for Middle and High School Students. Signed by Governor March 4, 2010 http://www.lrc.ky.gov/record/10RS/HB51.htm Amends KRS 156.095 to require the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to post suicide prevention awareness and training information on its Web page by Aug. 1, 2010; Requires every public middle and high school administrator to disseminate suicide prevention awareness information to all middle and high school students by Sept. 1, 2010, and Sept. 1 of each year thereafter.

25 Identifying At Risk Students

26 Risk Factors Warning Signs Protective Factors

27 Risk Factors Personal or environmental characteristics that are associated with suicide. People affected by one or more of these risk factors have a greater probability of suicidal behavior. Examples: Risky Behaviors, History of depression, low self-esteem

28 Risk Factors Behavioral Health Issues Depressive disorders Substance abuse/dependence Conduct/disruptive behavior disorders Anxiety, Personality, and other disorders Self Injury (even without intent to die) Previous suicide attempts Genetic/biological vulnerabilities. Multiple Risk Factors/ Multiple Behavioral Health Disorders

29 Risk Factors Personal Characteristics Hopelessness Low Self Esteem Loneliness Social alienation and isolation, lack of belonging Low stress and frustration tolerance Impulsivity Risk taking, recklessness Poor problem-solving or coping skills Perception of self as very under or over weight Capacity to self-injure Perception of being a burden (to family/friends)

30 Risk Factors Adverse/Stressful Life Circumstances Interpersonal difficulties or losses (e.g., breakups, deaths) Disciplinary or legal problems Bullying, either as victim or perpetrator School or work problems (actual or perceived) Attendance Problems Physical, sexual, and/or psychological abuse Chronic physical illness or disability Exposure to suicide of peer

31 Risk Factors Risky Behaviors Alcohol or drug use Delinquency Aggressive or violent behavior Risky sexual behavior

32 Risk Factors Environmental Factors Negative social/emotional environment Lack of acceptance of differences Expression and acts of hostility Lack of respect and fair treatment Lack of feeling of safety and security Weapons on campus Limited access to mental health care Access to lethal means, particularly in the home Exposure to other suicides (contagion) Exposure to discrimination based on sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, physical characteristics, etc…

33 Protective Factors Personal or environmental characteristics that reduce the probability of suicide. Can buffer the effects of risk factors (boost resiliance). Examples: Strong problem-solving skills, spiritual faith, strong support system

34 Protective Factors Individual Characteristics & Behaviors Psychological/emotional well-being, positive mood Emotional intelligence Adaptable temperament Internal locus of control Strong problem-solving skills Coping skills Self-esteem Frequent, vigorous physical activity or participation in sports Spiritual faith / regular church attendance Resilience: ongoing sense of hope in the face of adversity Frustration tolerance and emotional regulation

35 Protective Factors Family and Other Social Support Family support and strong connectedness to family Parental Involvement Close friends or family members, caring adult, social support Parents model pro-social norms

36 Protective Factors School Positive school experiences Part of a close school community Safe environment at school (especially for lesbian, gay bisexual, and transgender youth) LBGTQI: Lesbian, bisexual, gay, trans-gendered, questioning, and inter- sexed Adequate or better academic achievement Sense of connectedness to the school Respect for the cultures of all children.

37 Protective Factors Mental Health and Healthcare Providers / Caregivers Access to effective care for mental, physical, and substance abuse disorders Easy access to care and support through ongoing medical and mental health relationshiops

38 Protective Factors Access to Means Restricted access to firearms: guns locked or unloaded, ammunition stored or locked. Safety barriers for bridges, buildings, and other jumping sites. Restricted access to medications (otc & prescription) Restricted access to alcohol

39 Warning Signs Indications that someone may be in danger of suicide, either immediately or in the future. Examples: Threats of self harm, withdrawal, diminished sense of purpose

40 Warning Signs Someone threatens to hurt or kill themselves Someone looking for ways to kill themselves, seeking access to pills, weapons, or other means. Someone talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide when this is out of the ordinary for the person. Hopelessness Rage, anger, seeking revenge Recklessness, acting without thinking Expressions of feeling trapped Increased drug/alcohol use Withdrawal from friends, family, society: ISOLATION Anxiety, agitation, inability to sleep, constant sleep Expresses no reason for living, no sense of purpose in life

41 Early Identification, Referral, and Follow Up (EIRF)

42 Group Exercise - FA Boggle Risk Factors Boggle Warning Signs Boggle Protective Factors CONCEPT CARDS Write a story Student Choice: Product role play, poster, etc.

43 http://www.online-stopwatch.com/countdown-timer/

44 Closure

45 Fist-to-Five Targets: I can identify risk factors. I can identify warning signs. I can identify, prioritize, & implement protective factors. I can refer and follow up with students who exhibit concerning behaviors. I can refer to resources on the web and will complete self- study.


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