1. March 15, 2017 Entry task: what do you know about depression?
Target: Identify signs and symptoms of depression

2. Students will:
Define reasons for importance of learning about stress and depression
Be able to define what stress and depression are and how teens experience stress and depression
Identify effective treatments for depression
Identify healthy coping mechanisms to deal with stress and depression
Identify resources for help

3. Describe how laughter can reduce your stress.
Target- Understanding teen depression- causes, signs, symptoms and treatment options.

4. STRESS
What is it??

5. Stress: What is it?
The way your mind and body react to changes, challenges and threats
Stress is normal
Not all stress is bad Eustress
When ordinary stress becomes too much = Distress
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6. Healthy Vs. Unhealthy Coping

7. Healthy & Unhealthy Coping
Examples of healthy coping:
Listening to soothing music
Exercising
Examples of unhealthy coping:
Using drugs or alcohol
smoking
Beating up on your sibling
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8. Depression – What is it?
Feelings of sadness, hopelessness & despair that persist and interfere with academics, work performance or interpersonal relationships
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9. Depression: What is it?

11. Adolescent Depression: The Signs
Irritability
Overreaction to criticism
Problems with authority
Persistent feelings of sadness
A drop in school performance
Indecision, lack of concentration
Poor self-esteem
Frequent physical complaints
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12. Treatment for Depression
Brief Counseling
Psychotherapy
Medication
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13. Resources School counselor Crisis telephone hotlines:
TALK ( )
U-Trevor (GLBT hotline – )
Parents
Clergy
Coaches, teachers, youth leaders
Physicians, pediatricians, other health care providers
Psychiatrists, psychologists, other mental health counselors
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14. More than Sad- Video on Teen Depression
When the video is finished, work in groups to complete the Depression worksheet.

15. October 4, 2016 Entry Task: Today’s Target:
Identify 2 warning signs of depression
Today’s Target:
Understanding Teen
depression and suicide

16. Students will: Define what suicidal behaviors are
Identify the facts versus the myths associated with suicide
Learn the causes of suicide behavior and identify what the warning signs are for teens at risk of suicide
Review resources for help

17. Suicidal Behaviors Having Thoughts Making Attempts Death
Complete the Facts/Myths about suicide worksheet.
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18. Facts and Myths about Suicide
1. If my friend talked about killing herself, even jokingly, she could really mean it and might commit suicide.
ANSWER: True
2. Once a teen attempts suicide, he/she has a higher risk for attempting again.
3. Teens who use drugs or alcohol are not at a greater risk for committing suicide.
ANSWER: False
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19. Facts and Myths about Suicide
4. If you ask a troubled friend if he/she is suicidal, you will be planting the idea in his/her head.
ANSWER: False
5. Reckless driving or doing dangerous things that could lead to death might be a sign that a teen is having thoughts of suicide or is unclear whether they want to live.
ANSWER: True
Suicide is the third most common cause of death among adolescents and young adults in the U.S.
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20. Facts and Myths about Suicide
Over 30% of GLB (gay, lesbian, bisexual) youth attempt suicide.
ANSWER: True
8. There are no warning signs before a suicide takes place.
ANSWER: False
9. Once a teen is suicidal, he/she is suicidal forever.
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21. The Point Is: Youth suicide is a major problem in Washington State
Talking about suicide may help to save a life
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22. Underlying Causes of Suicidal Behavior
Mental Health
Problem
Abuse/ Bullying
Alcohol/Drug
Problem
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23. Possible Triggers of Suicidal Behavior
Relationship Problems
- Conflicts
- Break-ups
- Pregnancy
School Problems
- Failing Grades
- Suspension
- Pressures
Family Stressors
- Death
- Divorce
- Fights
- Finances
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24. The Point Is:
LOSS is a common theme: loss of a boyfriend/girlfriend; pet
There are usually many causes
You need to ask them simply how they are dealing with the loss
Teens already dealing with the underlying causes of suicide are more likely to respond to loss in unhealthy or dangerous ways
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25. Warning Signs?

26. Warning Signs ­ Drug Use Suicide-Risk Behaviors Depression
Past attempts
Talking about suicide, making plans
Preoccupation with death
Depression
Moody, down
Feeling hopeless, withdrawing
­ Drug Use
Things that ­ Risk
Easy access to guns
Impulsiveness
No one to talk to
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27. What is NOT Helpful Ignoring or dismissing the issue
- “Oh, let’s talk about something else.”
- “You’ll meet another girl and forget this one; you’re a great guy.”
Acting shocked or embarrassed
- “You aren’t REALLY thinking of suicide, are you?”
Challenging or debating
- “So go ahead; see if things really DO get better.”
- “Don’t you know that it is wrong to kill yourself?”
Giving harmful advice
- “Let’s go get drunk and forget about all our problems.”
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28. What IS Helpful Show You Care - Listen carefully
- “I’m concerned about you about how you feel.”
Ask the Question - Be direct but caring & non-confrontational
- “Are you thinking about suicide?”
Get Help - Do not leave him/her alone
- “You’re not alone. Let me help you.”
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29. Resources
School counselor- Ms. Christie, Mr. O’Laughlin & Mrs. Campbell, Valli Rebsumen (Military Counselor)
School Nurse- Mrs. Kemp, Mrs. Harper
Crisis telephone hotlines:
TALK ( )
U-Trevor (GLBT hotline – )
Parents
Clergy
Coaches, teachers, youth leaders
Physicians, pediatricians, other health care providers
Psychiatrists, psychologists, other mental health counselors
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30. Free Health Care for students
See your Counselor for more information