Warning Signs
True or False:
If someone suddenly gives away their prized possessions, could this be a potential warning sign of suicidal thoughts?
True.
Someone suddenly giving away their possessions to friends or family could be their way of providing something to remember them by.
Give an example that can improve someone's mental health.
Creating meaningful relationships, exercising, eating well, listening to music, regular sleep, doing a hobby, etc.
True or False:
Mental health issues are permanent and you will always struggle with it.
False.
You can overcome whatever mental health struggles you deal with. With a positive support group and the right resources your mental health can and will improve.
Who at Lava Ridge can I refer to someone to whom I am worried about their safety?
Hope Squad member, Councilor or Trusted Adult
True or False:
Will talking to someone about suicide put the thought of committing suicide in their head?False:
Talking openly about suicide creates an environment to better talk about mental health.
True or False:
Someone appears happy and upbeat all the time. This means that there is no chance that they deal with mental health issues?
False:
Mental health does not discriminate. Just because someone appears to be happy, does not mean that they are not experiencing sadness, depression, anxiety or any other mental health issue. Check up on everyone even if they are not showing obvious signs.
What are some things you can do to help improve the mental health of those around you?
Talk to someone new, eat with someone at lunch that is sitting alone, checking in on your friends, don't be afraid to talk about mental health, being an up-stander when someone is being bullied, encouraging people to go to the wellness center, stop and think before you speak.
What number can you text if someone is having suicidal thoughts?
988
True or False:
Is a drastic change in someones behavior (ex. really talkative at lunch to suddenly eating alone) a potential sign of suicidal thoughts?
True:
Extreme changes in behavior could signal depression and/or anxiety and be a potential sign of suicide.
For teens 13-17, how many said that social media makes them feel worse about themselves?
18% 45% 63% 82%
45%
According to Digital Wellness Lab, 45% of teens 13-17 said that social media made them feel sad or depresses.
True or False:
If someone confides to you that they have a plan to commit suicide, but ask you not to tell anyone, you should do as they ask and not tell anyone?
False:
You do not keep secrets about something that can potentially harm someone. You should immediately tell a HOPE Squad member, Mr. Larson, or a trusted adult.
What app can you download on your phone that can provide real time crisis intervention?
SafeUT
True or False:
Can experiencing serious life events such as (ex. parents getting a divorce, a breakup, or moving away) potentially cause someone to think suicidal thoughts?
True:
Serious life events can have a drastic impact on anyone's mental health. Reaching out to people experiencing struggles is a great tool in suicide prevention.
How many students nationally reported feeling persistently sad or hopeless?
1 in 10 2 in 10 4 in 10 6 in 10
4 in 10
41% students nationwide had reported feeling sad or hopeless in 2021
How can talking to a HOPE Squad member help someone with their mental health?
You can have a peer to confide in. You can what mental health resources are available.
What popular Utah based Instagram page has tips and courses to help prevent suicide?
@liveonUtah