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. One day, while the two of you hangout in her room. She is going through some things 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,
She was showing behavior changes; Giving away prized possessions
What is the anonymous hotline's that someone can use?
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
988
Can we always tell if someone is having suicidal thoughts just by looking at them?
No
Does talking about 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 three confidential counseling resources or trusted adults at your school.
School counselor
School Social Worker
Teacher
Administrator
Does your mental health and physical health affect each other? If so, how?
YES
Your feelings impact the way you think and feel about yourself and vice versa
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, what are the 5 steps you should take if you think someone is talking about or planning to complete suicide?
1. Ask them directly
2. Show you care....talk to them without judgement
3. Help keep them safe (monitor them closely).
4. Help them connect with a trusted adult
5. Follow up with them
Name a risk factor.
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 was going on? James states that 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 a trusted 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 number should you call in the case of an emergency should something happen outside of school.
911 for emergency help
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 positive manner?
Encourage others, instead of tearing them down with hate comments.
Stay connected to friends and family,
Share hobbies/interests,
Find resources
Name 3 warning signs of suicidal ideation
Making indirect or direct threats; a drop in grades; quitting sports or other hobbies they like; withdrawal from family and friends; behavior changes, feelings of not caring about anything or anyone; giving away prized possessions
Your best friend recently stopped hanging out with you. She has been very 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/late with replying to texts. Is this a warning sign?
No, she is just busy getting a paper done.
What are some resources outside of your school that you can use if you need help with your mental health?
Birmingham Crisis Center
Magic City Acceptance Center
Psychiatric Intake Response Center
Other outpatient therapeutic resources
Where does teen suicide fall on the list of leading causes of death?
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for teenagers.
What are some healthy coping skills to help you destress?
(Name 3)
Excercise, eating healthy, consistent sleep, keeping a journal, thinking of things you are grateful for, communicating feelings, exploring hobbies/activities, listening to music.