Teen Suicide and Crisis issues.

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Though teachers do not allow the "N" word in their classroom, a word of hate, some do not stop words like Homo, Fag, Queer & Gay... The #1 "At Risk" group for teen suicide is gay and questioning youth and they are also the least likely to speak up...


IF a student "Comes Out" to you, be honored that they have put that kind of trust in you. You must be a kind person who does not allow hate or bias in your classroom.

Understand the statistics.

1. 30% to 50% of all gay teens consider suicide.
2. 30% to 50% of all successful suicides may be attributable to sexuality issues.
3. Because every school has a history of negative behavior towards gay people. Teachers are people too, some can be kind and helpful, others may be ignorant and biased. Some teachers are VERY supportive, some saving lives of Suicidal Teens!
4. People are rarely punished at schools for Biased Language. (Calling people Queer, Homo, Fag etc.)
5. Statistics show, that if you have 8 to 10 friends, probably 1 is Gay, Lesbian or Questioning. That means that in every class there are probably 2 - 3 homosexual or "questioning" students, and that there are about 150 to 200 other gay and lesbian people at the average school of 2000 (Teachers, Students, Administrators, Custodians etc.)

Are you suicidal and NEED TO TALK TO SOMEONE NOW?
The Trevor helpline: (866) 4u-trevor

Established in 1998 to coincide with the HBO airing of the award winning short film "Trevor", hosted by Ellen DeGeneres, The Trevor Helpline is the only national 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention hot line aimed at gay and questioning youth.

The Trevor Helpline is geared toward helping youth in crisis, or those wanting information on how to help someone in crisis. The Trevor Helpline is maintained by two call centers, our partners at San Francisco Suicide Prevention and The Trevor Project own Los Angeles Call Center. Helpline calls are handled by highly trained counselors and are free and confidential.

More info at their website: http://www.thetrevorproject.org

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[ArtOfTeaching]

Yes, you should talk to them. BUT REMEMBER, if you feel the suicide threat is a real one or suspect it might be, it is your responsibility as a member of the human race to quietly let an adult (Like a guidance counselor) know your concern.

Imagine how you would feel if they did die, and you could have done something about it but did not. You could even make it an anonymous note, but if so, make it clear in the note that it is not a hoax or joke.

It is good to know you are a trusted person.

[taiahopscotch]

Should I talk to my teacher? I mean I don't know..

[ArtOfTeaching]

@taiahopscotch

Talking is almost always the BEST approach. Do not get all emotional about it, and try to be as mature as you can and most teachers will respond well to this.

Good Luck,

Mr. G.

[ApraxiaGirl]

The "N" word doesn't mean black people.

[ArtOfTeaching]

@ApraxiaGirl . the "N" Word is not acceptable in any public forum. It is rooted in hate and cannot bear good fruit. EVER.

[sleekcartim]

Bravo to you sir, wish i had a teacher like u when i was in school.

[ArtOfTeaching]

@michaelmemek . I see by your channel that you have commented negatively on MANY videos today that speak about the suicide issues of teens, particularly gay teens.

You need to seek help. Most people who do this are themselves in crisis. If the idea of a gay person was not a problem for you, you would ignore it, but you attack which says more about you than your comments do. Please stop the hate, and deal with your own very obvious issues of self acceptance.

Good Luck.

[pinkklover123]

I know people and friends that have attempted suicide and they all are glad they didn't die .. I also know people who are talking about suicide should I talk to them?

[blainebill39]

@ArtOfTeaching

Harrison Chase Brown (15) September 25, 2010 Colorodo

Raymond Chase (19) September 29, 2010 Rhode Island

Felix Sacco (17) Septmber 29, 2010 Massachusettes

Caleb Nolt (14) September 30,  2010 Indiana

These are of course the names of those children reported in September of 2010

to have taken their own lives after having been bullied for being gay! Disgusting!!!

Blaine

[ArtOfTeaching]

@UNo0b , So sad to see such anger, I see in your recient activity window you visit MANY gay themed videos, I am guessing you post similar comments there. You comment is an attack and in many places an illegal one and considered a bias crime.

Sadly, some of the most vicious attacks, like yours, are really a cry for help, usually associated with people who are gay themselves and hate themselves on some level. Please seek help, your behavior is unacceptable and will get you in trouble.

[UNo0b]

kill urself.

[Jacquevc1]

Parents, teach your kids that "Toxic" words are not acceptable any time.