MENTAL HEALTH:SUICIDE

LESSON 1

8th Grade 1

8th Grade 2

Definition: the act of intentionally taking one’s life

Why is suicide an uncomfortable topic?

What are some myths or facts about suicide?

Words that warn:

“I wish I were dead.”

“I just want to go to sleep & never wake up.”

“I won’t be a problem for you much longer.”

“I can’t take it anymore.”

“This pain will be over soon.”

“Nothing matters.”

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8th Grade 3

FACTS ABOUT SUICIDE• Most people who have attempted

and failed are usually grateful to be alive

• Suicide has many warning signs

• Use of drugs/alcohol can put people at risk due to impaired judgment

• Many people who consider suicide only do so for a brief period in their life

8th Grade 4

FACTS ABOUT SUICIDE CONTINUED

• 3rd leading cause of death for ages 15 – 24

• More women attempt suicide and more men commit suicide

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8th Grade 5

WARNING SIGNS FOR SUICIDE:

-Feeling hopeless

-Withdrawing from family and friends

-Neglecting basic needs

-Experiencing loss of energy

-Taking more risks

-Using alcohol and drugs

-Giving away personal things

For any one person, the greater the number of warning signs, the greater the suicide risk.

8th Grade 6

GIVING AND GETTING HELP

• Take all talk of suicide seriously

• Tell your friend suicide is not the answer

• Change negative thoughts into positive ones

• Don’t keep a secret

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THIS IS THE END OF SUICIDE

LESSON 1

STOP HERE

8th Grade 7

MENTAL HEALTH: GRIEF MANAGEMENT

LESSON 28th Grade 8

8th Grade 9

THE GRIEVING PROCESS

5 stages of grieving process• Denial: gives you a chance to

think• Anger: normal (anger

management)• Bargaining: promise to change• Depression: short term is

normal• Acceptance: learn how to live

with the loss

Grief – express deep sadness because of loss Click on Image

8th Grade 10

HELP FOR DEALING WITH LOSS

Helping yourself• Get plenty of

rest/relaxation but stick to a normal routine

• Share memories• Express your feelings• Don’t blame yourself

Helping others

Show your support through simple actions

Let the person know you are there for him/her

Tell the person they are strong and will learn to live with the loss

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