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The most important thing is to trust your instincts.
If you think someone might be at risk for suicide, then you need to talk to them.
You can also get support via text
from The Crisis Text Line:
Text "Go" to 741741
Free, 24/7, Confidential
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
LAST BUT NOT LEAST.........
You can also chat 1 on 1 with a counselor on the Lifeline Crisis Chat
Hours of Operation:
11 a.m. to 11 p.m. (PST) seven days a week
A reminder:
If you are experiencing an emotional crisis, are thinking about suicide or are concerned about a friend call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Immediately: 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
This is a free 24-hour hotline. You can also visit their website at
http://suicidepreventionlifeline.com
Ending the Silence
WE WISH YOU LUCK!
www.directingchange.org
1. Films cannot use terms like “crazy” and “psycho” without explicitly communicating to the audience that these terms are unacceptable.
Check out these resources on the "For Students" page:
Mental Health Fact Sheet
Upload your video as “unlisted” to Youtube
Educational Videos
1. Films should tell a story about how young people can support themselves or others living with a mental health challenge
http://bit.ly/1Dzzame
2. Films cannot include developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, etc.
You will need written permission from the copyright holder to use all copyrighted materials such as popular songs, so you will not be able to just download or purchase your favorite song on iTunes and include it in your film.
Original music or music that is in the public domain (royalty free) may be used in your film if the source is cited in the credits.
The Advocate: Directing Change Newsletter
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Suicide Prevention 101
These initiatives
are funded by counties through the Mental Health Services Act (Prop 63) and administered by the California Health Services Authority (CalMHSA)
The Directing Change Program is part of statewide efforts to prevent suicide, reduce stigma and discrimination related to mental illness, and to promote the mental health and wellness of students.
www.DirectingChange.org
To learn more
about mental health and
suicide prevention, visit:
www.EachMindMatters.org
www.SuicideIsPreventable.org
Suicide Prevention 101
To learn more, view the short educational films listed below at www.DirectingChange.org on the "For Youth" page:
If they are thinking about suicide, reach out for help immediately. Talk to an adult you trust about your concerns.
You can also call
the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
(800)273-8255
Information contained in this presentation is based on two sources:
Through the program schools are provided prevention programs, materials, and resources for their campus...
Ask them:
"Are you thinking
about suicide?"
If you don't feel comfortable asking this question, that is OK. But it is important that you find someone who can, like a trusted adult.
Tell them you are worried and concerned about them
Tell them they are not alone
Ask them if they are okay and listen to them like a true friend
Remember, you don't have to do this alone.
Your call is free and confidential. Trained crisis workers are there to assist you.
What you should know
about
suicide prevention...
Warning Signs
Indications that someone may be thinking about suicide, now or in the future
Be open and direct,
We have to talk about suicide to prevent it from happening....
Risk Factors are not causes of suicide. Instead, they are circumstances that might make it more likely someone will consider suicide.
Traumatic Life Events:
Risk Factors
Life circumstances and problems associated with suicide
Each of us can
feel overwhelmed by different events and troubles in our lives.
Keep in mind,
we all react differently when we feel overwhelmed...
Has your friend or family member shown or shared any of the following:
If you are concerned about someone, ask yourself the following questions.
Talking about wanting to die, be dead, or about suicide, or are they cutting or burning themselves?
Are they...?
Or is your gut telling you to
be worried because they have...
Or just don't seem normal to you?
Youth Suicide Warning Signs
But what
should I say?
2. Films should communicate a message that is positive and hopeful.
Be sure to send your advisor the link to your film
3. Films need to demonstrate how those in the youth age group (14-24) deal with themselves, peers, adults, or relatives having a mental illness.