Suicide
What is the number to the suicide hotline?
1-800-273-8255
You can be diagnosed with depression after how long?
2 weeks
How can you tell if a goal is smart?
Specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time based
What is an anxiety disorder?
Real or imagined fears that are difficult to control
What is environmental stress?
Everything around you
Suicide is the second leading cause of death within what age group?
10-24 year olds
What percent of people actually get help for their mental illness?
30%
What are some things you are doing in school?
Modification of the curriculum. Modify or adapt the curriculum and lessons to suit autistic learning styles
What are some symptoms of anxiety?
Increased heart rate, shortness of breath, sweating, shaking, feelings of fear/worry, tension
What is biological stress?
Illness and injury
Suicide shouldn't be kept what?
A secret
What are the three types of depression?
Minor, major, and other
What is one other fact or resource you found on this website?
Most people don't get help for their mental illness
When should you seek help?
You’re worried a lot, trouble sleeping, easily distracted, physical symptoms (headache, stomach ache)
What is thinking mental stress?
Stressor put on ourselves (self esteem)
If your friend asks you to keep their suicide thoughts a secret, should you?
No
What are some signs of depression or suicide that others noticed in Jordan?
He was keeping to himself more, not doing things he used to enjoy, his grades were slpipping
What percent of adults in America suffer from mental illness?
25%
How does Jordan’ feeling about his parents before his suicide attempt?
He's very angry at them and refuses to listen to them
What is stress?
Stress is the body and mind’s reaction to everyday challenges and demands
What is the number to the suicide hotline?
(1-800-273-8255)
What is the #1 sign of depression or suicide that Jordan noticed the most?
He wasn't enjoying things he loves anymore
What is OCD?
Persistent thoughts leading repetitive behaviors
What are some non-verbal warning signs?
Giving things away, visiting family and friends as if to say goodbye, withdrawal
What are the stages of grief?
Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Emotional Responses, Depression, Acceptance/Hope