MYTH OR TRUTH
Teenagers don't get depressed, they can just be moody at times.
MYTH: Depression can affect people at any age or of any race, ethnicity, or economic group.
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
What do these three have in common:
1. Worthless
2. Hopeless
3. Helpless
They are feelings that can be signs or indicators for suicidal thinking
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 by 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, parents, guardians, youth group leader, church leader, etc.
Talking about suicide may give someone the idea.
MYTH: The opposite is true. Bringing up the subject of suicide and discussing it openly is one of the most helpful things you can do. There is no evidence that screening people for suicide induces suicidal thinking or behavior.
Teenagers who use alcohol, marijuana, and/or illegal drugs are ___________ to be at risk for depression and/or suicide.
a. More likely
b. Less likely
a. More likely
What do these three have in common:
1. Drinking alcohol or using THC
2. Skipping classes or school
3. Losing interest in their favorite hobbies or activities
They are changes in behavior that can be signs of depression or suicide
How would 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 changes, behaviors, or comments that directly or indirectly show someone is thinking about suicide
c. When you notice someone crying after they get an "F" on their Social Studies project
d. When you notice someone talking to the school counselor during lunch
b. When you notice changes, behaviors, or comments that directly or indirectly show someone is thinking about suicide
What is the National Suicide Prevention Hotline number?
988
Depression is a treatable illness.
Truth: Talk therapy, medication, sometimes inpatient treatment, or a combination of these are ways to treat depression.
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 do these three have in common:
1. Not responding to negative comments about someone on social media, texts, or emails
2. Blocking someone online if they send you mean messages
3. Tell a trusted, responsible adult
These are ways to stop cyber bullies
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 quitting the activities they used to enjoy and arguing with their friends
d. A friend saying that they're ready to be done with high school because they're so excited for college to start
d. A friend saying that they're ready to be done with high school because they're so excited for college to start
A friend tells you that they're struggling with depression and you immediately A.C.T. - what does this stand for?
Acknowledge that your friend is hurting
Care for them by listening and being supportive
Tell a trusted responsible adult
Almost everyone who dies by suicide has given some type of warning or clue.
TRUTH: While there are some rare cases when there are no signs but the vast majority of the time, people will show some signs or indicators that they are hurting.
You notice your friend has been skipping practice and doesn't care about their school work anymore. You should:
a. Tell your friend that you're worried about them. You want to be supportive.
b. Text the other students on the team. You need to vent because your friend is annoying you.
a. Tell your friend that you're worried about them. You want to be supportive.
What do these three have in common:
1. Eat healthy foods
2. Get 9 to 10 hours of sleep each night
3. Drink plenty of water
Things you can do to take care of yourself
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 because you are probably just imagining it
b. Post your concerns on Tik Tok and Instagram
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
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 you promise not to tell anyone. What should you do?
Since your friend is making suicidal comments, you need to follow the ACT message and tell a trusted, responsible adult. They might get angry with you, but it is better to have your friend safe and getting the help they need.
If a person is determined to kill themselves, nothing is going to stop them.
MYTH: Even the most severely depressed person has mixed feelings about death, wavering until the very last moment between wanting to live and wanting to die. Most people thinking of suicide do not want death; they want the pain to stop. The impulse to end it all, however overpowering, does not last forever.
Things you should NOT do when trying to help someone who is displaying signs of suicide:
a. Tell them to snap out of it and leave them alone
b. Talk with a trusted, responsible adult
a. Tell them to snap out of it and leave then alone
What do these three have in common:
1. Talk to a friend
2. Play a sport, get some exercise, play an instrument, or create art
3. Take slow, deep breaths and listen to calming music
Things you can do to relieve stress in a healthy way
Which of the following are people who might need extra support:
a. Someone dealing with loss of a family member
b. Someone whose life is going really well
c. Someone who has an unsafe home life
d. Someone struggling with their sexuality
a. Someone dealing with loss of a family member
c. Someone who has an unsafe home life
d. Someone struggling with their sexuality
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 from the mall. When you ask him what's been goin 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 the wrong way to respond!!
Following the A.C.T. message, what would be the correct way to respond?
A. You are concerned that your friend is thinking of killing himself.
C.Talk to him, letting him know that you are concerned and that because he is a good friend, you want to talk to an adult for help.
T. You take him with you to a trusted, responsible adult who can help.