Order 332929: Depression and Suicide

( Learning Outcomes – After completing this assignment you should be able to: Identify some key risk factors associated with depression and suicide Explain the relationship between suicide, mental disorders, and substance abuse Identify resources available on campus and nationwide You Will Need The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) website about depression in college students ( nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression-and-college-students-new/index.shtml ) The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s website ( www.afsp.org ) Maryland’s Counseling Center Website ( www.counseling.umd.edu ) )Scientific Analysis Paper 05 – Depression and Suicide

SA-05 WRITING PROMPT

Depression is the most common health problem for college students. Suicide is the second-leading cause of death among college students. What warning signs should you look for if a friend or family member is at risk? How should you respond?

Imagine that you are creating a resource for incoming college students to increase their awareness about the risk factors and resources available to them. The goal is to ensure that they know some of the more important facts about depression and suicide. Visit the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) website about depression in college students (https: //w ww .nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression- and-college-students-new/index.shtml). Then visit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s website (www.afsp.org) and read up on the facts and figures, risk factors, warning signs, and what to do.

Finally, visit the University of Maryland’s Counseling Center Website (www.counseling.umd.edu) to locate the resources available on campus.

1. What are some of the most important symptoms of depression? How long should the symptoms be present in order to potentially be considered depression? Should you always wait that long before seeking help?

2. Why should college students seek help if they think they may be suffering from depression? What kinds of help are available for depression?

3. What are some warning signs that someone is considering suicide? How should you act if you or someone you know exhibits some of these warning signs?

4. Be sure that your guide includes specific contact information on what resources are available for University of Maryland students and to everyone nationwide.

5. Strong answers generally require between 400-500 words in total. Please do not exceed 500 words for the entire assignment… you should be able to provide a clear, detailed but concise answer.

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6. Do not use any direct quotes from any source. For this particular assignment you do not need to cite the course resources (I know where you are getting that from).