1. Mental Health Suicide
Suicide
Lesson 1
8th Grade

2. Suicide
8th Grade 2

3. SUICIDE Definition: the act of intentionally taking one’s life
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Words that warn:
“I wish I were dead.”
“I just want to go to sleep & never wake up.”
“I won’t be a problem for you much longer.”
“I can’t take it anymore.”
“This pain will be over soon.”
“Nothing matters.”
Definition: the act of intentionally taking one’s life
Why is suicide an uncomfortable topic?
What are some myths or facts about suicide?
Video clip on Myths
8th Grade 3

4. FACTS ABOUT SUICIDE
Most people who have attempted and failed are usually grateful to be alive
Suicide has many warning signs
Use of drugs/alcohol can put people at risk due to impaired judgment
Many people who consider suicide
only do so for a brief period in their life
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5. FACTS ABOUT SUICIDE CONT.
3rd leading cause of death for ages 15 – 24
More women attempt suicide and more men commit suicide
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Video on facts about suicide on picture
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8th Grade 5

6. WARNING SIGNS FOR SUICIDE
Feeling hopeless
Withdrawing from family and friends
Neglecting basic needs
Experiencing loss of energy
Taking more risks
Using alcohol and drugs
Giving away personal things
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8th Grade 6

7. GIVING AND GETTING HELP
Take all talk of suicide seriously
Tell your friend suicide is not the answer
Change negative thoughts into positive ones
Don’t keep a secret
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8th Grade 7

8. This is the end of Suicide Lesson 1
STOP HERE
8th Grade

9. Grief Management
Lesson 2
8th Grade

10. THE GRIEVING PROCESS Grieve – express deep sadness because of loss
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5 stages of grieving process
Denial: gives you a chance to think
Anger: normal (anger management)
Bargaining: promise to change
Depression: short term is normal
Acceptance: learn how to live with the loss
Video on the stages of grief – click on picture
8th Grade 10

11. HELP FOR DEALING WITH LOSS
Helping yourself
Get plenty of rest/relaxation but stick to a normal routine
Share memories
Express your feelings
Don’t blame yourself
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Helping others
Show your support through simple actions
Let the person know you are there for him/her
Tell the person they are strong and will learn to live with the loss
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8th Grade 11