Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention - Live Online Interactive (May 24 - 26, 2022)

Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention - Live Online Interactive is organized by Association for Advanced Training in the Behavioral Sciences (AATBS) and will be held from May 24 - 26, 2022.

Target Audience:
Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage & Family Therapists.

Description:
A comprehensive look at suicide; current statistics, risk factors, effective assessment and research supported treatment strategies that reduce the odds of suicide. Contemporary trends in suicidal behaviors, high risk populations, and assessment protocols will be reviewed citing current research data to ensure attendees have the most up-to-date information on suicide. This course also reviews treatment interventions and the Standard of Care for all stages of suicidality, immediate crisis management, stabilization, and on-going treatment. It includes information regarding interventions for high-risk populations, including the highest risk group, individuals with past attempts. This thoughtfully paced diverse course with robust examples is designed to help attendees feel more confident and knowledgeable when faced with suicidal clients in the future.

Learning Objectives:
• Identify 5 risk factors that can lead to suicide.
• Articulate 3 ways to assess clients for the risk of suicide.
• List 3 evidence-based screening tools used for implementing the standard of care when managing a suicidal client.
• Recognize ALL the stages of treating suicidal clients, including immediate crisis management, stabilization, and ongoing treatment.
• Describe 3 evidence-based treatment strategies that are appropriate for treating this population.
• Identify 3 specific interventions when managing suicidal clients.