Treatment for Suicidal Ideation, Self-Harm, and Suicide Attempts Among Youth

Course overview

This course is part of SAMHSA's Evidenced-Based Resource Guide which is a comprehensive set of modules with resources to improve health outcomes for people at risk for, experiencing, or recovering from mental and/or substance disorders. With a focus on community mental health the goal of this guide is to review the literature on treatment for suicidal ideation, self-harm, and suicide attempts among youth, distill the research into recommendations for practice, and provide examples of how practitioners can use these practices in their programs. The programs included in this guide focus on adolescents and young adults who are currently experiencing suicidal ideation, self-harm, and/or suicide attempts, and addresses risk factors unique to this population. The programs can be implemented by mental health professionals in a variety of settings, including schools, community mental health centers, residential facilities, or juvenile justice programs. For information about our unlimited plans please visit ce4less.com