(HS Segal 150873 2026) UnderstandingandPreventing Suicide Among Older Adults

Course overview

Suicide remains a significant public health concern among older adults, who consistently experience elevated rates of suicide compared to other age groups. While many clinicians feel confident addressing depression and anxiety in later life, suicide risk in older adults presents with some nuanced facets and can be difficult to detect. In this session, you'll gain a clear, evidence-based understanding of suicide in aging populations and learn practical assessment and intervention strategies you can apply immediately in your clinical work, including how to: Recognize key risk and resilience factors associated with suicide in older adulthood Conduct developmentally informed suicide risk and lethality assessments and incorporate safety planning strategies