Suicide Awareness Thompson High school
Suicide Awareness Day September 10 is National Suicide Awareness Day TWLOHA Take 5 to Save Lives www.afsp.gov
Statistics Third leading cause of death 1 of 16 high school students attempt suicide Bullying victims are 9 times more likely to attempt 1 of 9 make an attempt plan 1 of 7 consider suicide Number of deaths by suicide per year: 42773 Freshmen are more likely to have suicidal thoughts than seniors Stress from all areas of life
Signs Verbal signs Isolationist behavior Hopelessness Weapons acquired Substance abuse Claiming to be a burden Giving away belongings Saying goodbye Reckless behavior and attitude Bullying reactions
Triggers Peer pressure Depression Substance abuse Medical conditions Divorce or separation of parents Family history or influence Anxiety Bullying
How to help someone considering suicide Take all threats seriously Do not try to handle alone, suggest and get immediate help from an advisor An angry friend is better than no friend Do not judge, be open Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk with a trained helper Trevor Project-LGBT Youth (USA): 1-866-4-U-Trevor
Join the movement Learn the signs Join social media and follow websites Pledge to spread awareness Get involved in events Peer Helpers participate in suicide awareness events TWLOHA, Out of the Darkness Walk
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFV VwLERoX4&feature=youtu.be