Number your paper from 1- 12

____ 1. A suicide attempt is just a bid for attention and ignoring it will discourage another attempt. ____ 2. A minor suicide attempt is not a big deal ____ 3. The potential for suicide is passed on from one generation to another. ____ 4. There is only a very small connection between suicide and alcoholism. ____ 5. Suicide is preventable.

____ 6. People who talk about taking their own lives never do it. ____ 7. People who attempt suicide want to die. ____ 8. Suicide is a problem of young people rather than adults. ____ 9. Professional people (doctors, lawyers) are not likely to attempt suicide.

____ 10. Asking a deeply depressed person if he or she has thoughts about suicide will plant the idea in the persons mind. ____ 11. If a friend confides suicidal feelings or intent, you should always tell someone in authority whom you know will be concerned and will respond. ____ 12. Suicide occurs without warning.

DEPRESSION n What is depression? n What causes depression? n What are the sign of depression? n How can you help someone with depression?

What Is Depression? A prolong feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness. (It is one of the most common health concerns among teens.)  It can be a crippling disease and may lead to suicide.  Mild depression can last for years.

What Causes Depression?  Physical: Chemical imbalance within the brain.  Psychological: A mental disorder most often related to stress.  Other Factors: Family history, Major life stresses, Physical illness, Drug abuse, Gender.

What are the Signs of Depression?  Sadness  Difficulty concentrating  Change in Eating Habits  Change in Sleep Habits  Loss of Self-Esteem  Withdraw from Life  Loss of energy  Extreme and Sudden Mood Changes

How To Help Someone With Depression?  Talk to them- Don’t dwell on the negative or challenging aspects & focus on the positive things in their life.  Listen- Get them to talk.  Show understanding  Get them to suggest alternatives -Put things into perspective.

 Exercise.  Don’t tell them “THINGS ARE NOT THAT BAD.”  If it lasts longer than 2 weeks, seek help, hotlines, counselors, & trusted adults.

What are the Signs of Suicidal Risk?  Grades Changing  Giving Things Away  Moody - Quiet  Self Destructive Behavior  Talk About It  Have a Will  Change in Eating Habits  Change in Sleep Habits

What You Can Do To Help! 1.Determine the Danger.  ASK who, what, where, when, why, & how 2.Deal with the actual plan.  Remove the potential for suicide. Or  Remove the means. Or  Determine the method.

3. Get professional HELP.  Tell someone - teachers, counselors, parents, or suicidal hotlines. 4.Take RESPONSIBILITY for saving your friends life. 5. Writes a contract for life

SUICIDE IS A PERMANENT SOLUTION TO A TEMPORARY PROBLEM