Chapter 6 Mental and Emotional Disorders Lesson 2 Suicide Prevention

Building Vocabulary major depression A very serious mood disorder in which people lose interest in life and can no longer find enjoyment in anything suicide The act of killing oneself on purpose LESSON 2 Suicide Prevention BIG IDEA Knowing the warning signs of suicide could help you save a life. Lesson Home

Depression Among Teens major depression A very serious mood disorder in which people lose interest in life and can no longer find enjoyment in anything LESSON 2 Suicide Prevention BIG IDEA Knowing the warning signs of suicide could help you save a life. Severe or long lasting depression may require treatment. Studies have found that on any given day, nearly 1 out of 12 teens will show symptoms of major depression. Lesson Home New Vocabulary

Suicide suicide The act of killing oneself on purpose LESSON 2 Suicide Prevention BIG IDEA Knowing the warning signs of suicide could help you save a life. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death among teens. Learning to recognize the warning signs of depression and suicide can help you help others. Lesson Home New Vocabulary

Causes of Teen Suicide LESSON 2 Suicide Prevention BIG IDEA Knowing the warning signs of suicide could help you save a life. Teens are at greater risk of suicide if they have family members who suffer from depression. are living in poverty. are using alcohol or drugs. experience abuse or violence family. are victims of bullying. experience major stress. Lesson Home

Warning Signs of Suicide LESSON 2 Suicide Prevention BIG IDEA Knowing the warning signs of suicide could help you save a life. Talking about suicide or death Talking about feeling hopeless, guilty, or worthless Pulling away from family and friends Loss of interest in normal activities Sudden lack of attention to personal appearance Lesson Home

Warning Signs of Suicide LESSON 2 Suicide Prevention BIG IDEA Knowing the warning signs of suicide could help you save a life. Self-destructive behaviors, such as violence, substance abuse, or running away Constant boredom, trouble concentrating, or a sudden drop in grades Giving away favorite belongings Becoming suddenly cheerful after a long period of depression Lesson Home

Providing Support LESSON 2 Suicide Prevention BIG IDEA Knowing the warning signs of suicide could help you save a life. Show that you care. Let the person know that depression can be treated, and urge him or her to seek professional help. Never agree to keep someone else’s suicide plans a secret. Tell a trusted adult as soon as possible. Call 911 or a suicide hotline for help. Lesson Home

Dealing with Depression LESSON 2 Suicide Prevention BIG IDEA Knowing the warning signs of suicide could help you save a life. Talk to someone as soon as possible. Organizations that can help teens deal with suicidal thoughts include the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and The National Hopeline Network. Lesson Home