The purpose of this training is to increase awareness of suicide in youth. Learners will recognize how the unique experiences of youth contribute to the complex factors that make adolescence a critical focus in suicide prevention. The training will offer practical strategies for discussing suicide clearly and sensitively, thus aiding in early detection, prevention, and treatment of at-risk youth. Attendees will recognize the critical need for enveloping cultural awareness and other community factors when addressing the youth in their environments.

Training Objectives:
• Explain why addressing suicide in youth is important.
• Identify six examples of risk factors in youth.
• Detect three warning signs of suicidal ideation via a case scenario
• Explain five important considerations when working with individuals who are expressing suicidality.
• Given a case scenario, recommend one evaluation strategy and available treatment option.