Suicidality and Suicide Prevention-Suicidality and Suicide Prevention

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The presentation on "Suicidality and Suicide Prevention" features Chuck Griffiths, Dr. Maria Van Pelt, and Dr. Elizabeth Bamboucher discussing the suicide epidemic in the U.S., particularly among healthcare professionals like CRNAs and rRNAs. Key points include alarming statistics about suicide rates, risk factors such as job stress, depression, and stigma surrounding mental health. The presentation outlines the need for awareness, timely intervention using strategies like QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer), and supportive environments for nurse anesthesia professionals. The importance of recognizing and addressing signs of distress is highlighted through case studies and revised scenarios demonstrating appropriate responses to potential suicidal ideation. The talk emphasizes integrating mental health support into educational and professional settings, utilizing both institutional and national resources like the AANA Wellness Initiative and the National Mental Health Crisis Helpline (988). The presentation concludes with a call to action for ongoing education and use of QPR methodology to prevent suicide and promote well-being in the nursing community.

Keywords

Suicide Prevention

Healthcare Professionals

CRNAs

Mental Health

QPR

AANA Wellness Initiative

National Mental Health Crisis Helpline