Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context

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Brief Introduction

Develop an understanding of suicide in a global context. Learn about suicide risk factors and ways to help prevent it.

Course Summary

Learn how to identify and support someone at risk of suicide with this online suicide prevention course. Gain the skills to make a positive difference.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the risk factors and warning signs of suicide
  • Learn how to have difficult conversations with someone at risk
  • Discover ways to support someone after a suicide attempt

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Learning Outcomes

  • Identify the risk factors and warning signs of suicide
  • Understand how to have difficult conversations with someone at risk
  • Learn ways to support someone after a suicide attempt

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • None - this course is suitable for anyone interested in suicide prevention
  • Basic understanding of mental health and wellbeing

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Interactive

Similar Courses

  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Childhood Trauma and the Brain

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Notable People in This Field

  • Kevin Hines
  • Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas
  • Dr. Thomas Joiner

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Requirements

  • This multi-agency endorsed course is for all healthcare professionals, including both medical and allied health professionals, who are looking to enhance their understanding of suicide as a global mental health issue. Anyone interested in health research may also be interested in this course. The Certificate of Achievement for this course may be useful for providing evidence of continuing professional development (CPD), or commitment to your career. This course is an educational resource, it is not a therapeutic tool. If you are feeling distressed, in a state of despair or suicidal, it’s important to tell someone. . We do not provide a treatment service or advice for those in crisis.

Outline

  • Suicide In The Global Context And An Introduction To Risk And Stigma Course Introduction Suicide Overview Global Variations Cultural Considerations Stigma Week 1 Review Exploring Suicide Risk And Impact And The Role Of Stigma, Legislation And The Media Risk Factors Impact of Suicide Global Legality of Suicide Stigma Safe Media Reporting Week 2 Review Suicide Prevention Both At A Local And Global Level Disease Prevention Suicide Prevention Stigma Week 3 Review

Summary of User Reviews

Learn how to prevent suicide with FutureLearn's online course. Students praise the course for its practical approach and nuanced discussion of suicide. Many users appreciate the inclusion of real-life scenarios and the emphasis on empathy and communication skills.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Real-life scenarios

Pros from User Reviews

  • Practical approach
  • Nuanced discussion
  • Emphasis on empathy
  • Inclusion of real-life scenarios
  • Useful for personal and professional development

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course content triggering
  • Lack of in-depth discussion on certain topics
  • Limited focus on specific groups (e.g. LGBTQ+)
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Laura Sharp, Julie Langan Martin
The University of Glasgow
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