How to Prevent Youth Suicide Through Connection and Support | Mental Health Professional Webinar

This presentation for mental health professionals reviews suicide prevention data and suicide prevention research to highlight strategies and tactics to help prevent youth suicide. Sponsored by ADAA's Suicide and Self-Injury Special Interest Group Dr. King discusses how social connection, support, and belonging reduce youth suicide risk.
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
1:03 What is Social Connection
1:38 Youth Mental Health Past Research
7:20 National Efforts
8:12 Youth Risk Factors
9:13 Connection and Suicide
13:47 Predicting Suicide Attempts
26:38 Strategies for Support
48:20 Conclusion