1. Suicide Awareness
Thompson High school

2. Suicide Awareness Day September 10 is National Suicide Awareness Day
TWLOHA
Take 5 to Save Lives

3. 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

4. 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

5. Triggers Peer pressure Depression Substance abuse Medical conditions
Divorce or separation of parents
Family history or influence
Anxiety
Bullying

6. 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 TALK (8255) to talk with a trained helper
Trevor Project-LGBT Youth (USA): U-Trevor

7. 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

8. Video
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