Suicide Prevention and Mental Wellness Visits: Addressing the Intersections

As the number of states and agencies conducting periodic mental wellness visits increases, the need for an understanding of how to integrate suicide prevention efforts has never been greater. In this workshop, suicide prevention experts will share information about why screening for suicide risk is vital during these visits and offer strategies for how to do so appropriately. Additionally, panelists will discuss strategies for integrating proactive prevention measures. Participants will also learn how to utilize a crisis response plan to equip all officers with a plan for dealing with a crisis before it occurs.

• Learn about best practices regarding suicide prevention and intervention psychoeducation
• Understand when and how the topic of suicide may be discussed in mental wellness visits
• Practice integrating screening for suicide risk and developing crisis response plans