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The Role You Play in Preventing Suicide as an Occupational Therapy Practitioner

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Live WEbinar

The Role You Play in Preventing Suicide as an Occupational Therapy Practitioner

Thursday, September 26, 2024
7 pm (CT) | 8 pm (ET)
2 Contact Hour, 0.25 CEUs

Educational level: Introductory

Category: 1: Occupational Therapy Service Delivery, 3: Foundational Knowledge

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According the National Institute of Mental Health, suicide is a major public health concern.  It is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S. and is on the rise in some populations.

When someone is experiencing a mental health crisis and/or experiencing suicidal ideations, this can lead to a large disruption in a client’s performance and participation in daily occupations.

Research shows that healthcare practitioners play a key role in reducing suicide rates. Occupational therapy practitioners can have a profound impact in their clients’ lives by being prepared to recognize warning signs, safely discuss suicide, and address suicidal ideations through intervention or referral. This course will give OT practitioners a baseline understanding of suicide and prepare them for possibly addressing suicidal ideations in practice settings for adult and pediatric populations.

Target Audience: Occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, occupational therapy students in all settings.

This occupational therapy continuing education course uses the following instructional methods: visual aides (ie slides), discussion board, guided note taking, and learning, and practice opportunities.
Content disclosure: This course does not exclusively focus on any specific product or service.

Presented by:
Megan Cole, MS, OTR
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after completing this course, participants will be able to:
  • Explain safe language to use regarding suicide and the significance of safe language in suicide prevention
  • Identify risk factors and warning signs of suicide in themselves and others.
  • Describe suicide ideation and the appropriate steps to take to help a someone who may be at risk of suicide.

This Course Includes Discussions on Sensitive Topics

This course includes discussions on sensitive topics such as suicide, trauma, and other potentially distressing subjects. We understand that these topics can be triggering for some individuals.

If you find any part of the course content distressing, we encourage you to take care of your well-being. Here are some resources that may be helpful:

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (Available 24/7)
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (Available 24/7)
  • SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (Available 24/7)

Please do not hesitate to reach out to these resources or seek support from a trusted individual if needed. Your mental health and well-being are important to us.

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Instructor bioS
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Megan Cole, MS, OTR
Aspire OT Instructor

Megan Cole is an Occupational Therapist representing the profession in the nonprofit industry. While completing her masters of occupational therapy degree at Spalding University,  Megan lost a loved one to suicide.  This event changed the trajectory of her career and led to her volunteering with and eventually changing careers to work at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). For nearly a decade, Megan developed expertise in suicide prevention through state and national work, focusing on public education, advocacy, and coalition strategies. Megan now works for the Whitney/Strong Organization to specifically focus on preventing suicide by reducing gun violence through lethal means education and resources.

DISCLOSURES

Financial: Megan is compensated as an Aspire OT instructor. 

Non Financial:  Megan does not have any non-financial disclosures.
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Course Outline

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 Introduction and Objectives 

Safety talking about suicide

Understanding the Basics of Suicide (Statistics & Research)

OT's Role in Preventing Suicide

Identifying Risk Factors & Warning Signs

Screening & Assessment in Practice

Steps to Take to Get Someone Help

Suicide Specific Intervention Tools for OT Practitioners

Action Steps in Your Practice

Additional Resources

Discussion and Questions

Wrap Up
Completion Requirements
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In order to receive the certificate of completion, participants must meet ALL of the following criteria:
  • Payment of the course in full
  • Attend webinar in its entirety
  • Complete Attestation of Attendance
  • Pass the course exam with a score of 70% or greater
  • Complete the Post Course Evaluation
Partial credit can be issued for attendance of webinar as approved by Aspire OT.
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