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.
Suicide Prevention
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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
Skills you'll gain
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Science and Research
- Epidemiology
- Surveys
- Public Health and Disease Prevention
- Preventative Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Mental Health Therapies
- Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
- Mental Health
- Research Methodologies
- Public Health
- Mental and Behavioral Health
- Psychotherapy
- Community Health
- Research
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Johns Hopkins University
University of Colorado Boulder
Johns Hopkins University
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Reviewed on Feb 4, 2023
I learn some new information that will assist with my current employment but helping clients.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2025
provide an insignt into causes and preventive measure of suicide
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2024
It was an interesting training. I will use it in practice.
