Reducing Suicide Attempts & Deaths: Eight Modifications Your Suicide Prevention Program Needs Now

Jails continue to experience suicide attempts (even suicide deaths) despite the placement of suicide prevention programs (e.g., screening, monitoring, smocks, mental health). Unfortunately, current suicide prevention strategies are no longer enough. In this fast-paced, interactive workshop, attendees learn eight modifications that jails need to truly reduce suicide attempts/suicide deaths among those in their care. Several of these practices are rarely discussed, yet are key to saving lives and avoiding lawsuits. Most cost little-to-no money. The presenter is a psychologist specializing in jail suicide who helps correctional facilities improve their suicide prevention programs and who works on lawsuits related to individuals who have killed themselves in custody. Photos, case examples, and lessons learned from litigation are included.