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This video was created to help students in grades 7-12 examine bullying behavior and teenage suicide. This is the true story of a girl named Sara. She is quiet, doesn’t make friends easily and is viewed by her fellow classmates as different. She is the subject of persistent teasing and bullying and one day attempts suicide.

Ironically enough, Mark, her primary tormentor, finds her diary and gets to know her beliefs, wishes and dreams and is suddenly confronted with the knowledge that Sara is no different than anyone else.

Teen Suicide: Sara’s Diary is designed to give students the opportunity to experience the feelings of others, while giving important information on depression and suicide prevention. If including this topic in the curriculum will help to reduce tragedies in any way, then educators should show a video such as this one. A facilitator’s guide is included to spur discussion and problem solving.