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Alexis May

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Suicide Prevention

Wesleyan University

About this Course

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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.
Each module will include a quiz. The last module’s quiz will be cumulative.

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Beginner Level

Approx. 7 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: English

What you will 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

Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

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100% online

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Beginner Level

Approx. 7 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: English

Instructor

Instructor rating

4.66/5 (14 Ratings)

Alexis May

Assistant Professor of Psychology

6,084 Learners

2 Courses

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Wesleyan University

Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand. With our distinctive scholar-teacher culture, creative programming, and commitment to interdisciplinary learning, Wesleyan challenges students to explore new ideas and change the world. Our graduates go on to lead and innovate in a wide variety of industries, including government, business, entertainment, and science.

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week

Week 1

2 hours to complete

Terminology and Epidemiology

2 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 41 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz

Week

Week 2

2 hours to complete

History, Theories, and Modern Research

2 hours to complete

4 videos (Total 33 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz

Week

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Public Awareness of Suicide

2 hours to complete

4 videos (Total 29 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz

Week

Week 4

1 hour to complete

Interventions for Suicide

1 hour to complete

5 videos (Total 28 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz

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