1. FWISD Suicide Prevention

2. 1 Photo, 6 Words https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDM2FxoXpLs

3. 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.

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

5. Kahoot Survey

7. 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.

8. 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

9. Depression Treatment Physical Exercise Nutrition Social Support
Medication
Talking Therapy

10. 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

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

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. 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

15. 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

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. 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.

19. Resources National Suicide Prevention Life Line: 1-800-273-8255
Teen Suicide Hotline:
MHMR of Tarrant County, ICARE Call Center: Call or Text
Crisis Chat Line: Text HOME to
Trevor Project Lifeline: or text “Trevor” to