Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Substance Abuse Treatment

Target audience and instructional level of this course: intermediate

There is no known conflict of interest or commercial support related to this CE program.

Among persons with substance abuse problems there are increased risks for suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts, and completed suicides.
This course provides background information concerning substance use disorders and suicidality, presents a process for addressing suicidal thoughts and behaviors in substance abuse treatment, and details competencies for working with clients with suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
The course is derived from Part 1, Chapter 1 of Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Substance Abuse Treatment. Treatment Improvement Protocol 50: Published by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Learning Objectives

After completing this training the professional will:

• summarize background information concerning substance use disorders and suicidality.
• describe a process for addressing suicidal thoughts and behaviors in substance abuse treatment.
• identify competencies for working with clients with suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

Kenneth R. Conner, Psy.D., M.P.H.
Associate Professor of Psychiatry
University of Rochester Medical Center
Rochester, New York
Published by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

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