Talk It Up
If you are a Parent/Guardian, Teacher or a Student at Harlandale Independent School District, and you are interested in participating in your school Talk It Up program, please contact your school and ask for your Counselor's Office at the number below:
Harlandale High: 989-1000
McCollum High: 989-1500
Tejeda Academy: 989-4900 |
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“Talk It Up, Texas!” is a teen depression awareness program for adolescents in Bexar County.
Teenage depression is more then the occasional bad mood and sadness. It is a serious problem, which affects every aspect of a teen’s life.
If left untreated, teen depression can lead to problems at home and school, drug abuse, self-loathing—even irreversible tragedy such as homicidal violence or suicide.
Depression affects as many as 1 in 10 children, but Hispanic youth experience more depression than non-Hispanic white youth. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2004, suicide was the third leading cause of death among youths in United States.
In Bexar County, suicide was the second leading cause of death for 15 to 24 year olds. Fortunately, teenage depression can be prevented and treated, and as a concerned parent, teacher, or friend, there are many things you can do to help.
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