Suicide Prevention
This course will delve into the realm of Suicide Prevention, investigating the science behind suicide research, prevention, and intervention. Given that the field of suicide research is relatively young and constantly evolving, we will explore terminology, epidemiology, historical and contemporary theories of suicide, modern approaches to suicide research, and empirically supported approaches to prevention and intervention.
This course will cover the science of studying suicide, including research, prevention, and intervention. The field of suicide research is relatively new and constantly evolving. We will discuss the terms used, how often suicide happens, different theories about why it happens, new methods for studying suicide, ways to prevent it, and how to help those who have had suicidal thoughts or attempts.
Please note: this course won’t talk about personal experiences with suicide, loss from suicide, or mental health issues, nor will it teach how to assess suicide risk in friends or family. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, please reach out to your local suicide prevention center immediately. Your life is important, and support is available. Each section will have a quiz, and the final quiz will cover everything we’ve learned.
This course is divided into 4 modules, each focusing on the science of suicide research, prevention, and intervention. The field of suicide research is still developing, with knowledge rapidly evolving. Throughout the course, we will cover terminology, epidemiology, historical and contemporary theories of suicide, modern research approaches, empirically supported prevention and intervention methods, and the experiences of individuals with suicidal thoughts and attempts.
Course Outline
1: Understanding Terms and Epidemiology
2: Exploring Historical Perspectives, Theories, and Modern Research
3: Promoting Public Awareness about Suicide
4: Implementing Interventions for Suicide
FAQs
The primary focus of the ” Understanding and Intervention” course is to explore the science of suicide research, prevention strategies, and intervention techniques. It covers terminology, epidemiology, historical and contemporary theories of suicide, modern research approaches, empirically supported prevention, and intervention methods, as well as the lived experiences of individuals with suicidal thoughts and attempts.
There are no specific prerequisites or recommended background knowledge required to enroll in this course. It is designed to be accessible to learners from various backgrounds and levels of experience.
Completing this course can benefit learners interested in mental health or related fields by providing them with valuable knowledge and skills This can enhance career opportunities in counseling, psychology, social work, public health, etc. It can also serve as a foundation for further education or training in these fields.
Yes, additional resources and recommended readings are provided to supplement the course material. These resources may include scholarly articles, books, videos, and online tools that further enhance understanding and application of the concepts discussed in the course.