Lethal Means Counseling
In 2020, 12.1 million adults seriously considered suicide, and 1.2 million attempted to take their own life (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration [SAMHSA], 2021). Of the 46,000 individuals who died by suicide, more than half used a firearm. Suicide accounts for more than half of gun deaths in the U.S. (CDC, 2021).
A suicide crisis can escalate quickly. Most people seek means within 20 minutes of the initial urge. If people can access lethal means during an acute suicide crisis, they are more likely to die.
Lethal means counseling reduces a person’s access to deadly suicide methods. It allows time for the crisis to resolve or for heightened emotions to stabilize. Lethal means counseling is a critical element of effective suicide prevention, yet providers do not always implement it.
This course will explain the critical components of lethal means counseling, including when, why, and with whom it should be used. This course also explains how to effectively engage at-risk individuals in a conversational and collaborative approach to this process.
The goal of this course is to provide skills about lethal means counseling to addictions professionals, behavioral health counseling professionals, marriage and family therapy professionals, nursing professionals, psychology professionals, and social work professionals in health and human services settings.
In 2020, 12.1 million adults seriously considered suicide, and 1.2 million attempted to take their own life (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration [SAMHSA], 2021). Of the 46,000 individuals who died by suicide, more than half used a firearm. Suicide accounts for more than half of gun deaths in the U.S. (CDC, 2021). A suicide crisis can escalate quickly. Most people seek means within 20 minutes of the initial urge. If people can access lethal means during an acute suicide crisis, they are more likely to die. Lethal means counseling reduces a person’s access to deadly suicide methods. It allows time for the crisis to resolve or for heightened emotions to stabilize. Lethal means counseling is a critical element of effective suicide prevention, yet providers do not always implement it. This course will explain the critical components of lethal means counseling, including when, why, and with whom it should be used. This course also explains how to effectively engage at-risk individuals in a conversational and collaborative approach to this process. The goal of this course is to provide skills about lethal means counseling to addictions professionals, behavioral health counseling professionals, marriage and family therapy professionals, nursing professionals, psychology professionals, and social work professionals in health and human services settings.
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Recall what lethal means counseling is, when it should be used, with whom, and how it helps reduce the risk of suicide.
Identify at least five specific strategies you can use to engage individuals in effective lethal means counseling.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Lethal Means Counseling
Meet Antonio and Rodney
Why Lethal Means Counseling?
Risk Factors for Suicide
Suicide Screening and Safety Planning
Review
Summary
Section 3: Strategies to Engage Clients in Lethal Means Counseling
Meet Aida
Lethal Means Counseling
Barriers to Lethal Means Counseling
Firearm Culture
Other-Directed Violence
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
The target audience for this course is: Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Beginner level Social Workers; Case Managers; Marriage and Family Therapists; Nurses; Professional Counselors; Psychologists; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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