Part 1: Foundations & Tools
Information
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Define key terms related to suicide risk, including suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, and preparatory behaviors.
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Explain the purpose and limitations of commonly used suicide screening tools such as PHQ-9, SAFE-T, HAM-D, and C-SSRS.
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Analyze patient responses during suicide risk assessments and formulate appropriate follow-up questions to clarify ambiguous or incomplete answers.
Educational Goal
Description
This session will equip participants with a foundational understanding of key terms related to suicide risk, including suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, and preparatory behaviors. Attendees will gain insight into the purpose and limitations of commonly used suicide screening tools such as the PHQ-9, SAFE-T, HAM-D, and C-SSRS, enabling more informed use of these instruments in clinical practice. Additionally, the session will focus on enhancing clinical judgment by teaching participants how to analyze patient responses during suicide risk assessments and formulate effective follow-up questions when faced with ambiguous or incomplete information.
Target Audience
- Addiction Professional
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Nurse
- Physician
- Physician Assistant
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
Presenters