Dr. Kelly explains the nuances of suicide beginning with the passive and active definitions. Once established Officers learn basic suicide assessment questions. Officers will also understand the symptoms of suicide mainly mental disorders and suicide de-escalation messages.
Learning objectives:
- Learn three suicide assessment questions
- Recognize the role of alcohol and other substances in suicide
- Officers will study Lucas County suicide data
- Ascertain methods to interact with a suicidal individual
- Officers will learn law enforcement suicide is 2x that of the general public
