Stressors-Symptoms
Name two symptoms of depression.
significant sadness, anger, irritability, changes in eating/ sleeping habits/ performance, withdrawal from friends/family/activities, self-harm, thinking about suicide. Symptoms lasting a long time.
Your friend Jamie has been acting strange for a while. The two of you are hangout in her room. She is back to normal now. She is going through somethings in her room when she asks if you want her favorite ring. She states that she really wants you to have it so you will always remember her. Is this a warning sign? Why?
Yes,
Yes,
She has been acting strange for 2 weeks or more and is now fine. She was showing behavior changes 2. Giving away prized possessions 3. Saying things of an indirect threat
What is the anonymous hotline's that someone can use?
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
988
LGBTQIA+
678-678
Can we always tell if someone is having suicidal thoughts just by looking at them?
No
Does talking of suicidal thoughts and suicide prevention increase feelings of suicide?
No,
It can help them feel like they are not alone and in a safe space.
Name two things that teens stress about.
Relationships, school/performance, family, injury/illness, death in family, many changes experienced, feeling of discrimination or lack of acceptance.
You overheard someone in class talking about planning their funeral. She made the comment that she hopes everyone that was mean to her would learn a lesson with her death is this a warning sign?
Yes
Name the confidential counseling resources or trusted adults at your school.
School counselor
School Social Worker
Teacher
Does your mental health and physical health affect each other? If you said yes, how do they affect each other?
YES
Your feelings impact the way you think and feel about yourself and vice versa
What are the four things you should do if you think someone is talking about or threating suicide?
Show you care....talk with them without judgement
Don't keep it a secret
Ask about Suicide.....Directly "Are you thinking about suicide"?
Get Help....Ask who they would feel comfortable talking to? Then offer to go with them.
Name one risk factor for suicide.
Prior suicide attempts
Suicide in the family
Current or prior mental health issues
History of substance use, misuse and/ abuse
John noticed that his friend (James) has been sad and just not acting right. He asked James if he wanted to talk? John let him know he was worried about him and was wondering what is going on? James states he is just worried and not really his self at the moment. John asked if James was feeling suicidal and he states no. John still doesn't feel good about it so he asked again and James says again no, I'm good just trying to process things going on in my life right now. But thanks for checking on me. John let him know that he will be here if James needs to talk.
In this scenario do you think John should have pushed James to talk with a trusted adult?
No,
He asked and was told no. What John needs to do is follow up with James over the next few days to see how he is doing and if he is ok or needs help.
What are the TEXT lines to use in a crisis?
Crisis Textline
741741
Trevor Project
678-678
If you feel a friend, peer, or family member could be suicidal what should you do to show you care about their feelings?
Acknowledge their feelings, express care and concern, and tell an adult.
In the video "Are you okay?" What did the purple goo represent? And what did Rachelle do that helped make it go away?
Depression
Asked if he was okay
What is the difference between depression and general feelings of being sad or down.
Depression is a feeling of sadness and loss of interest that affects how you feel for long periods of time and can be treated with medication.
General feelings of being sad will not last for long but have the same symptoms as depression
A classmate of yours is coming to school late, smells like he hasn't been showering, and he is wearing the same clothing worn earlier in the week. Could this be a warning sign?
Yes, changes to routine and hygiene can be warning signs.
What are the numbers you should call in case of an illness or an emotional issue should something happen outside of school.
911 for emergency help (if someone has attempted or has been found)
988 if you are in need or someone you know is in need of talking.
Is it okay to ask someone directly if they are suicidal?
Yes
if you are worried about someone it is okay to ask, just make sure you ask them privately and not in front of a large group of people?
How can you use social media in a positve manner?
Encourage others,
keep connected to friends and family,
share hobbies/interests,
find resources
Name 3 signs of suicide
Talking about it,
make indirect or direct threats
grades drop,
quite sports or other things they like,
withdrawal from family and friends,
behavior changes, feelings of not caring about anything or anyone
give away prized possessions
Your best friend recently stopped hangout with you, she has been busy. Just staying in her room trying to finish a paper for English class. She made a passing comment that if she gets a bad grade, she doesn't know what she will do. She has also been ignoring or late in replying to your text. Is this a warning sign?
No,
She is just busy getting a paper done.
What are the resources outside of your school that you can use if you need help with a mental crisis?
Paulding Co. -- Foundations, Westwood, Center For Child and Family Advocacy
Van Wert Co. - Foundations, Westwood, Van Wert Counseling Services.
Mercer Co. - Foundations
Where does teen suicide fall from leading cause of death to fifth leading cause of death?
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for teenagers.
What are some healthy coping skills to help you destress?
Excercise, eating healthy, consistent sleep, keeping a journal, thinking of things you are grateful for, communicating feelings, exploring hobbies/activities, listening to music.