This presentation will give participants an in depth review of the dangers and warning signs of the choking game. The Choking Game is a misunderstood activity causing death and suffering for thousands of families worldwide. It often begins with high-achieving teens choking each other as a way to get high without the risk of getting caught with drugs or alcohol. It ends with death or suffering permanent brain damage. 2007 OSDUHS: Mental Health & Well-Being Highlights Report (Grades 7 to 12): Overall, about 7% of students report that they had participated in the choking game at least once in their lifetime. This estimate represents about 79,000 Ontario students

Sharron and Kristen are both actively involved with the non-profit organization GASP. To learn more about them please visit www.gaspinfo.com or www.deadlygameschildrenplay.com

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn the warning signs of children playing the choking game
2. Understand the need to have education in the schools to save lives
3. Gain insight into why high-achieving teens are choosing this game

Additionally, this Learning Series will have a special online component for those that can have internet access while on the conference call. Sharron and Kristen will be running an online presentation of their slides for those people. Those who will not have internet access can follow along as normal on the telephone only. (Please note that for those accessing the online presentation, they will also be required to be on the teleconference phone presentation as well. Details regarding the website and log-in information will be sent the day before the teleconference)