1. Chapter 4 Lesson 3 Chapter 5 Lesson 3
Loss, Grief & Suicide
Chapter 4 Lesson 3
Chapter 5 Lesson 3

2. Acknowledging Loss
Grieving is a common & natural reaction to any loss that brings strong emotions

3. 5 Stages of Grief
Denial-
Anger
Bargaining
Depression
Acceptance

4. Extension question
On your notes paper, describe a time in your life when you experienced one or all of the 5 stages of grief.

6. Dealing With A Loss
30 seconds, with table partner come up with ways to deal with a loss
Plenty of rest & relaxation
Keep daily activities
Share memories & thoughts
Express your feelings
Don't blame yourself or others

7. Helping a Friend With A Loss
Show support with simple actions
Let them know you are
there for them
Don’t let them slip into
depression

8. Depression A serious condition that may require medical help
1 out of every 10 teens will suffer from it
#1 cause of illness in teens worldwide
Causes: not really known
Possible links to biological/genetic factors, environmental influences, &/or childhood/developmental events

9. Suicide Facts Most people who attempt suicide don't want to die
Most people who have attempted & failed, usually grateful to be alive
Suicide doesn't happen without warning, ask indirectly for help

10. Extension Question
We just said suicide doesn’t happen without warning. List some ways that someone could be asking indirectly for help?

11. Suicide
Any talk about suicide should be taken very seriously & you need to tell someone who can help
Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem!!!

12. Teens & Suicide 3rd leading cause of death among ages 15-24
1 in 50 succeeds
~27% of high school students have considered suicide

13. Warning Signs for Suicide
Feeling hopeless
Withdrawing from family & friends
Neglecting basic needs
Experiencing loss of energy
Taking more risks
Using alcohol & drugs
Giving away personal things

14. How Can You Help?
Don't ignore problem & take all talk of suicide seriously
Tell your friend suicide is not the answer
Change negative thoughts into positive thoughts
Don't keep a secret!!!! Rather lose the friendship than the friend!!

15. People Who Can Help Parents & Family Teacher, School Counselor/Admin
Therapist
Religious Leader
Neighbor
Suicide Hotline
Police Department/911

16. Contra Costa Crisis Center
People Who Can Help
Contra Costa Crisis Center
Crisis/suicide:
Grief:
Office:

17. “The Call” By Matt Kennon