2006-07-13 16:33:32 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
Take this seriously. Kids don't tell teachers that kind of thing if they aren't having serious problems. This student may be being bullied, he may be struggling with emotional or academic problems that he can't see a way out of. He needs help. If he can't find a way to see past his problems he will attempt suicide. Unfortunately, way too many of these attempts are successful.
I'd contact the guidance councelor and his parents and have a group meeting.
Good luck!
2006-07-13 16:40:37 · answer #1 · answered by iahp_mom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In most states, you are legally obligated to report this - whether you think the student was serious or not. If the students is of high school age, It's definitely time to talk and tell him/her how serious the statement is, and that you need to report it to a higher authority. The student usually says such things because someone is not paying attention to what is going on with them - they are reaching out for help. Parents don't necessarily need to be told immediately - oftentimes the students will deny having said anything if the parents are called right off. The school counselor is trained to help! But make sure you do something - this is a red flag warning - and suicide is far too common, and preventable.
2006-07-13 16:49:06 · answer #2 · answered by Lynne W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact a counsler and the pricipal. Maybe even the parent. Threats of suicide should never be ignored. He may need help. If he doesn't, it is still better to be safe than sorry.
If you are wanting to know about motivation, that is a tough call. Kids hate school not just because of what happens in class, but having a class that relates to the real world and gives the student power over their education is the best route.
2006-07-13 16:38:10 · answer #3 · answered by djotto00 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All teachers have a judiciary duty to report any information regarding deviant behavior to their school site principle. Threatening suicide, while can be simply a catch phrase that a student uses with no real intent, it can also be a call for help. I always say, error on the side of caution, and report it. If it turns out to be nothing, then no harm, if it turns out to be something then you just saved a life.
2006-07-13 16:39:04 · answer #4 · answered by lookiehere...000 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Send him to the school councilor and tell his parents. He may just be acting out but you can't take any chances. This could be very serious. The councilor will talk to him and his parents can get him some help. But whatever you do, don't hide this. And if you tell his parents and councilor, that shows that you care, no matter what anyone says. I will pray for you and this kid.
2006-07-13 16:41:05 · answer #5 · answered by bond_fan_001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Surely your school has some type of reporting procedures to get the child some help !!!
Execute your suicide intervention training. Don't ignore this.
2006-07-13 16:37:23 · answer #6 · answered by snvffy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree you cant let this one go. if something would happen to this student you will feel bad for the rest of your life. maybe this is a way for the student to get attention, but maybe worse could be a cry for help. trust me on this one.
2006-07-13 16:38:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aren't you supposed to contact the authorities when that happens? I thought that was a law. And for sure tell his parents!! You don't want to play around with that sort of thing!
Much Love!!
2006-07-13 16:38:22 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think maybe u shud go tlk to da guidance counselor an try talkin to the student urself an see if u cud help.
2006-07-13 16:37:25 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He's probably just saying that out of frustration, but maybe you could suggest he see the school guidance counselor?
2006-07-13 16:36:22 · answer #10 · answered by Mary 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋