Teen Suicide

By Mike Period N

The Forever Decision

Teen Suicide is the third leading cause of adolescent death.

Two thirds of teen suicide victims were repeatedly bullied.

Suicide Warning Signs

•Thinking, talking or wishing about suicide •No sense of purpose or belonging•Anger•Hopelessness •Withdrawal from family, friends, work, school, activities •Anxiety •Recklessness •Dramatic changes in mood•Loss of interest in things one cares about

•Depression

•Bullying

•Drug/Alcohol abuse

•Family issues

•Relationship issues

Reasons

Take Action

If you or your friend have thoughts of suicide, these options are available:•Dial: 911 •Dial: 1-800-273-TALK •Go to the emergency room. •Tell someone who can help you find help immediately. •Stay away from things that might hurt you.

Be that friend……

you could save a life

•us.reachout.com

•save.org

•teensuicide.us

•National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK

For more information go to

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/experiencing-grief

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/worried-about-someone-feeling-depressed

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/cyberbullying

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/what-to-do-if-you-are-being-bullied

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/what-to-do-if-you-are-being-bullied

http://www.animations-galore.com

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/deliberate-self-harm

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/self-talk

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/challenging-negative-self-talk

Music-Band: Armor For Sleep. Song-The Truth About Heaven

Understanding and Preventing Teen Suicide-Gary Rosenburg M.D

http://us.reachout.com/facts/factsheet/bystanders-role-in-bullying

http://www.kidshelpphone.ca/Teens/InfoBooth/Emotional-Health/Suicide.aspx

http://www.save.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.viewPage&page_id=EFBEDC27-9E50-D3C6-D633315510EBFAE3

http://www.save.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.viewPage&page_id=705F4071-99A7-F3F5-E2A64A5A8BEAADD8