Suicide Prevention

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Suicide Prevention

Instructor: Alexis May

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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No prior experience required

Flexible schedule

7 hours to complete

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

331 reviews

Beginner level

No prior experience required

Flexible schedule

7 hours to complete

Learn at your own pace

98%

Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

Basic facts about suicidal thoughts and behaviors
The historical and modern understanding of suicide
An overview of different types of prevention and intervention approached for suicide

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This course will explore the science of suicide research, prevention, and intervention. The field of suicide research is young and knowledge is rapidly changing. Topics will include terminology, epidemiology, historical and contemporary theories of suicide, modern approaches to suicide research, empirically supported approaches to prevention and intervention, the lived experiences of those with suicidal thoughts and attempts. Note: this course is not designed to address personal experiences with suicidal thoughts, suicide loss, or mental illness nor will it address assessing suicide risk among friends or family members. If you are thinking about suicide or are worried about someone else – please contact your local suicide prevention crisis center as soon as possible. Your life matters and help is available.

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Alexis May

Wesleyan University

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Reviewed on Feb 5, 2023

I learn some new information that will assist with my current employment but helping clients.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2025

provide an insignt into causes and preventive measure of suicide

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024

It was an interesting training. I will use it in practice.

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