FWISD Suicide Prevention 2017-2018

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Statistics Suicide is the second leading cause of death for teens in America. On average one person dies by suicide every three hours in the state of Texas. At least 90% of teens who die by suicide have some type of mental illness.

If you think someone is thinking about suicide, assume you are the ONLY one who will reach out.

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Statistics 10% of children, 5-16 have a clinically diagnosable problem; yet 70% of children do not get the appropriate intervention at a sufficiently early age.

Depression Possible causes: Problems at home Sexual orientation School performance Social status with peers Genetics Approximately 20% of teens will experience depression before reaching adulthood

Depression Treatment Physical Exercise Nutrition Social Support Medication Talking Therapy

Anxiety Possible causes: Stress at work or school Stress in a personal relationship Emotional trauma such as a recent loss of a loved one Use of an illicit drug Financial stress

Anxiety Treatment Talking therapy Prescribed medication Stress management Relaxation techniques Healthy diet

Trusted Adults Take a moment to think and identify your own trusted adults that you would feel comfortable reaching out to if you or someone you know is feeling depressed or suicidal. This person could be anyone in the school from the campus officer, janitorial staff, or a teacher.

Talking about suicide plants the idea of suicide in someone’s head. Myth about Suicide Talking about suicide plants the idea of suicide in someone’s head. Asking if someone is suicidal will not give someone the idea of suicide if they haven’t already had it. Most people are honest when asked if they’re feeling suicidal and are relieved to have the question asked.

What’s Next? Meet with Counselor or Intervention Specialist Risk Assessment Return to class Referral to a hospital Referral to outside counseling Information is given to counselor, need-to-know adults with student’s/parents’ consent Call parents

Who are they? Teachers Principal Only certain teachers such as your homeroom teacher will be notified to ensure student’s safety at school Counselor/Intervention Specialist/Psychologist Completes risk assessment, calls parents, refers student to hospital, personal counseling, or return to class depending on results from risk assessment Principal Will be notified about student’s current emotional, physical, mental status or struggles General Practitioner Has medical records, and promotes general medical/physical well being Therapist / Counselor Diagnose mental and emotional disorders, listens to patients and creates safety/treatment plan Psychiatrist Diagnose mental and emotional disorders as well as prescribes psychiatric medication

Remember that this feeling can be overcome Remember that this feeling can be overcome. What you are going through can seem impossible to deal with, but with support from others, you can.

Role Play Student 1: Hey, how have you been? I’m worried you’ve been acting different lately. Student 2: I’ve just been tired. Everything’s fine. Student 1: Have you been thinking about hurting yourself or doing something crazy? Sometimes everyone feels hopeless, but I’m not going to let you go through this alone. Student 2: Actually I have been feeling like I might not want to live anymore. Student 1: I’m here for you. What are you doing right now? Are you willing to go to *insert trusted adult’s name here* with me? Student 2: I’m scared to talk about this stuff with people. Student 1: Don’t worry. I’ll go with you, and get you some help. You don’t have to feel like this anymore.

Don’t keep suicide a secret Don’t keep suicide a secret. If a friend is considering suicide, don’t promise to keep it a secret. Tell them you can help but you need to involve other people, like a trusted adult. Neither of you has to face this alone.

Resources National Suicide Prevention Life Line: 1-800-273-8255 Teen Suicide Hotline: 1-866-628-7494 MHMR of Tarrant County, ICARE Call Center: Call or Text 817-335-3022 Crisis Chat Line: Text HOME to 741741 Trevor Project Lifeline: 866-488-7386 or text “Trevor” to 1-202-304-1200