Self Destructive Behavior in High School Students

By: Andrea BurnsKimberley Love

What is self-destructive behavior?

Self-destructive behavior is a term used to describe a broad set of extreme actions and emotions including self-harm and drug abuse.

Sample Size

66 Studentsincluding all grade levels 9-12

Have you ever contemplated suicide?

Yes

No4.5% said Yes

95.5% said No

Have you ever used illegal drugs to solve your problem?

Yes

No13.7% said Yes

86.3% said No

Have you ever used alcohol as a way to solve your problem?

Yes

No22.7% said Yes

77.3% said No

Have you ever harmed yourself intentionally?

Yes

No

9% said Yes

91% said No

Have you ever participated in a violent act?

Yes

No

28.8% said Yes

71.2% said No

Have you ever been scared to be around peers because you feel your are dangerous to them or dangerous to yourself?

Yes

No

7.6% voted Yes

92.4% voted No

Students at West Senior believe the cause of self destructive behavior is…

peer pressure mental instability self-esteem stress depression home life bullying media

**Most common answers**

The effect of self-destructive behavior on the individual or people around them

violence suicide stress to family and friends more depression

**Most common answers**

How many people to West Senior Students know have a problem with self-destructive behavior?

0

At least 1

2 or more

No Response

66.7% said they know no one (44 students)

15.2% said they know at least one person (10 students)

12.1% said they knew two or more ( 8 students)

6.0% had no response ( 4 students)

Do you think there is enough support for students that if they need help they can seek it?

Yes

No

59% voted YES

41% voted NO

The End