Description
In this training, we will review statistics related to suicidal behavior in children and adolescents, as well as more recent research on the impact of COVID-19 and suicidality among youth. We will identify common “red flag” indicators of potential suicidal intent/behavior, commonalities and myths about suicide, and relevant developmental considerations. We will review risk assessment areas to explore, the use of functional behavioral analysis when assessing for suicidality, as well as evidence-based screening tools and strategies for use in practice.
About the Presenter:
Learning Objectives:
- As a result of this training, attendees will be able to identify those youth at most risk of suicide
- As a result of this training, attendees will be able to identify indicators of suicide risk among children and youth
- As a result of this training, attendees will be able to use evidence-based screening tools and link those at high-risk for suicide to evidence-based prevention programs for children and youth
Agenda:
1. Introductions & Objectives (0:00 – 0:15) a. Test your knowledge 2. Shattering the silence: Youth suicide prevention – Sadie Penn, TEDxYouth@ Lancaster (0:15 – 0:30) 3. Suicide Prevalence (0:30 – 0:40) 4. Definitions (0:40 – 0:55) a. Suicidal ideation b. Suicidal behavior c. Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) 5. Common methods of suicide (0:55 – 1:00) 6. Common motivations, Risk, & Protective factors (1:00 – 1:15) 7. Red flags (1:15 – 1:30) 8. BREAK (1:30-1:40) 9. Do’s and don’ts (1:40-1:45) 10. Suicide risk screening (1:45 – 1:55) a. Ask Suicide Screening Questions b. Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale 11. Assessing for suicide risk (1:55 – 2:15) a. Algorithm for assessing suicide risk b. Starting the conversation c. Developmental groups of children’s concept of death d. Areas to explore e. Functional Behavioral Analysis 12. When hospitalization is necessary (2:15 – 2:20) 13. Risk management (2:20 – 2:35) a. Safety planning b. Documentation 14. Suicide prevention strategies that work (2:35 – 2:50) a. Create protective environments b. Promote connectedness c. Teach coping and problem-solving skills d. Identify and support people at risk e. Lessen harms and prevent future risk 15. Questions (2:50 – 3:00)
Accreditation - This Webinar Offers 3 Continuing Education Credits
This webinar is recorded and will not grant live credits. It grants Credits as listed below.
- CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
CE You! maintains responsibility for this program.
This presentation is open to:
- Behavior Analysts
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
This online class is offered at an introductory level, and is beneficial for a beginner level clinician:
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Additional information
- Refunds: Registrants who are unable to attend a NEFESH seminar or live webinars may ask for, and will receive, a credit or refund (your choice). Refund requests will be processed within 3 business days. When an attendee knows in advance that they are unable to attend we ask that they inform NEFESH ahead of time by emailing secretary@nefeshinternational.org or by calling or texting 201-384-0084 this allows us to free up the spot in the training in the event that a training is at or near capacity.
- Disability Access: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact our office 30 days or more before the event. We cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification.
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- Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
- There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
- System Requirements: Any device (such as a computer, tablet, or phone), Dual-Core 2 GHz or higher processor, and at least 4 GB of RAM capable of running a Zoom session, along with a stable internet connection.
- Although early registration is recommended for this class in order to ensure the best experience, attendees may register and join until the start of the program