Suicide and First Reseponders: Changing how we train
Suicide and First Reseponders: Changing how we train
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Denise M. Coyle LMFT, CTTSMore Info
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On DemandSessions will be available On-Demand
First Responder and Law Enforcement deaths continue to be on the rise. Law Enforcement suicide rates are outpacing Line of Duty deaths. This course will examine the potential reasons why this population may choose suicide. We will discuss how we currently approach suicide prevention training for these populations and explore whether that training potentially contributes to the issues. We will discuss the obstacles to care and how providers can change how we approach First Responder Training, working to change a Culture of caring for others to one that also cares for self.
The educational goal of this workshop is to increasing understanding of the challenges to the effectiveness of suicide prevention trainings and how to adjust to over come these challenges.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Identify 2 shortcomings of First Responder Suicide Prevention Training.
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Describe 2 obstacles for First responders.
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Design and prepare new and impactful lesson plans and training techniques.
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Summarize why changing how we train is important.
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I.H. Stanley et al. A systematic review of suicidal thoughts and behaviors among police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics. Clinical Psychology Review (2016) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2015.12.002
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Aldrich, R. S., & Cerel, J. (2022). Occupational Suicide Exposure and Impact on Mental Health: Examining Differences Across Helping Professions. Omega, 85(1), 23–37. https://doi.org/10.1177/0030222820933019
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Mishara, B. L., & Fortin, L.-F. (2022). Long-term effects of a comprehensive police suicide prevention program: 22-year follow-up. Crisis: The Journal of Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention, 43(3), 183–189. https://doi.org/10.1027/0227-5910/a000774