Sometimes a teacher can be a first line of defense when it comes to youth suicide prevention. This course aims to help teachers develop a stronger sense of youth suicide risks and prevention strategies so that they can effectively assess, mitigate and respond to suicide-related issues on the job.
Overview
Syllabus
- Ch 1. Mental Distress, Depression & Suicide
- Ch 2. Youth Suicide Risk Factors & Warning Signs
- Ch 3. Youth Suicide Risk Assessment & Prevention
- Ch 4. School Responses to Suicide
- Ch 5. School Resources for Suicide Prevention