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People Need to Talk Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone. Goals: Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk Understand the importance of talking Identifying knowledgeable, safe adults

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Page 1: People Need to Talk Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone. Goals: Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk Understand

People Need to Talk

Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone.

Goals:

Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk

Understand the importance of talking

Identifying knowledgeable, safe adults

Page 2: People Need to Talk Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone. Goals: Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk Understand

Importance of Talking

Above all, when you have a problem, you should talk with someone.

A parent, a friend, or another adult of some kind.

Emotional problems can emerge.

Depression Suicide Everyday kinds of problems

Page 3: People Need to Talk Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone. Goals: Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk Understand

I Can’t Talk toMom / Dad!

However, sometimes we have problems that we feel are too difficult to talk about with our parents.

Parents might get angry. Not sure what their response will be. Too embarrassed or too scared.

What do I do then???

Page 4: People Need to Talk Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone. Goals: Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk Understand

Find a Trustworthy Adult

Our friends are not always enough. They may provide the wrong / inaccurate advice They may not know what to do Some problems are so difficult that we need an adult

to talk to.

Talking to an appropriate trustworthy adult. They provide safety They provide wisdom / experience / knowledge They provide accurate advice

Page 5: People Need to Talk Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone. Goals: Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk Understand

Recognizing When to Talk

When should I talk with a trustworthy adult, other than my parents?

When you are not comfortable talking with your parents.

You’re not sure how to begin talking with your parents.

When your parents’ reaction will be counter-productive.

Depressed, Anxious, Suicidal, Pregnant, “In Trouble”.

Page 6: People Need to Talk Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone. Goals: Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk Understand

Identifying Safe Adults

Identifying safe and trustworthy adults Some adults have jobs that include helping kids /

teens Someone who is a professional in the community Most importantly, you trust the adult.

Identifying who to talk to when you have: Questions / concerns regarding sex, STDs, or

pregnancy – school nurse Concerns regarding depression, anxiety, suicide –

school counselor Many times, you can talk with a variety of people

regarding many issues you face.

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It is now timeto engage inthe Activities

Page 8: People Need to Talk Inevitably, everyone has a problem that needs to be discussed with someone. Goals: Learn to acknowledge when we need to talk Understand

Wrap-up

What was the importance of today’s session?

Understanding who and when to talk with someone

Identifying safe / trustworthy adults

Identifying when to find safe / trustworthy adults.

What have you learned today and how can this be applied in your own home?