Violence hurts:
- Feelings
- Community
- Self-esteem
- School
Acts of violence can create!
- Fear and tension in school
- A poor learning environment * Stress
- Physical, emotional, and mental problems
Coping with the Loss of a Loved One
Shock – immediate response
Depression – disturbed sleep, fatigue, poor concentration, change in appetite
Anger – towards the deceased, family member, therapist, or oneself
Relief – if destruction had been the path of the loved one
Guilt – suicide survivors often question “what if” and “why”?
Internet Resources for Teens And Parents
Reachout- support and resources for young people going through tough times related to varoius issues
Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program
Teen Health and the Media – teens talking to teens about healthy choices in the areas of substance abuse prevention, tobacco, nutrition, sexuality and pregnancy prevention, and injury and suicide prevention
National Safe Kids
Suicide Prevention Advocacy Network USA, Inc.
National Strategy for Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Action Network
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
* Adapted from The Suicide and Information Center Online
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