New Resource – Real Life Teens: Self Destruction

Real Life Teens: Self Destruction DVD

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Resource #: RSDD964W

Part of the Real Life Teens Series

The Real Life Teens series takes an unbiased, realistic look, from the teen’s perspective, at the wide variety of issues teens face toda.  Featuring young teenagers (not actors) telling their stories, in their own words.

The series discusses many significant issues in adolescent society and cuts through many barriers with its honest and relevant advice.  The Real Life Teens is crafted by experts to solve pressing problems in today’s high schools.  Give your students the advice and support they need in this complex and often overwhelming world.

This program discusses Teen Self Destruction and its different manifestations. Self inflicted physical injury such as “cutting” is the most common aspect of Self Destruction. Teens may experience painful feelings of their own towards harming themselves or may be exposed to a teen or friend who needs real help. Helping someone who is prone to self destruction is not easy and Teens discuss ways to help. 

In this program we’ll discuss possible causes and solutions to self destruction in adolescents. Hear from Real Teens as they discuss different aspects of Self Destructive behavior

Subjects covered include:
• What is self destruction?
• What kinds of problems can lead to self-destruction?
• How to express negative feelings in a positive manner
• Alternatives to self destruction
• Positive ways of expression
• How to know if you or a friend needs help
• Where to turn to for help

This program is designed for use with a general high school audience, grades 8-12.