Myth or Fact
Teenagers don't get depressed, they can just be moody at times
MYTH
If a friend has lost a loved one, they are____ to be at risk for depression and/or suicide
A. more likely
B. less likely
A. More Likely
Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of suicide:
A. loss of interest in hobbies or work
B. threats, like saying, "I won't be around much longer"
C. Trying out for a new fall sport
D. Feelings of self-hatred and shame
C. trying out for a new fall sport
Name 3 types of trusted adults you could go to with a friend that needs help.
Teacher, coach, nurse, counselor, parent, etc.
Depression can affect people of any age, race, ethnicity or economic group
FACT
Teenagers who use alcohol and illegal drugs are _____ to be at risk for depression and/or suicide.
A. More Likely
B. Less Likely
A. More likely
How you define "warning signs of suicide?"
A. When you notice someone has been acting weird for the last couple of days
B.When you notice visible changes, behaviors, or comments that directly or indirectly show someone is thinking about suicide
C. When you notice someone crying after they got a "D" on their history paper
D. When you notice someone talking to the guidance counselor during lunch.
B.When you notice visible changes, behaviors, or comments that directly or indirectly show someone is thinking about suicide (what are some examples of these changes, behaviors, comments?)
A friend tells you that they're struggling with depression and you immediately ACT- what does this stand for?
A (acknowledge that your friend has a problem)
C (care for them by listening and being supportive)
T (tell a trusted adult)
Almost everyone who dies by suicide has given some type of warning or clue
FACT
If a friend tells you to keep their suicidal thoughts a secret you should:
A. Follow their wishes. You don't want them to be mad at you
B. Tell a trusted adult. Their safety is most important
B. tell a trusted adult. Their safety is most important
What is NOT an example of a suicidal threat?
A. Someone saying, "I won't be around much longer."
B. A friend saying they want to take a bunch of pills to forget about everything wrong in their life
C. Someone giving away their possessions they care the most about.
D. A friend saying that they are ready to be done with middle school because they're so excited to get to high school
D. A friend saying that they are ready to be done with middle school because they're so excited to get to high school
A friend who recently lost her father tells you that she doesn't think life is worth living without her dad around anymore. When you suggest talking to a trusted adult, she gets angry and refuses, making your promise not to tell anyone. What should you do?
Since your friend is making suicidal threats, you need to follow ACT message and tell a trusted adult. They might get angry with you, but it is better to have your friend safe and getting the help they need
There is no way to treat depression
MYTH
You notice your friend has been skipping practice and doesn't care about their school work anymore. You should:
A. text another student on the team. You need to vent because your friend is annoying you.
B. Tell your friend you're worried about them. You want to be supportive
B. Tell your friend you're worried about them. You want to be supportive
What should you do if you are worried about a friend but no one else seems to notice anything to be concerned about?
A. Agree with everyone else; you're just imagining it
B. Post your concerns on Facebook and Snapchat
C. Talk to them and let them know you've been worried
D. Ignore it and focus on different friends
C. Talk to them and let them know you've been worried
You're hanging out in your friend's room, when you notice a small handgun inside of his open dresser drawer. It seems weird, but you decide to brush it off. As the weeks go by, you notice he's getting into trouble at school and was caught stealing a video game form the mall. When you ask him what's been going on lately, he gets annoyed and says, "why should you care what I do? It's not like it will even matter in a couple of days." You get frustrated and decide to leave him alone because he's not fun to be around anymore. This is the wrong way to respond. Following the ACT message, what would be the correct way to respond?
Acknowledge that your friend has a problem, Care for them by listening and being supportive, tell a trusted adult