In today's episode of Psych Talk, I discuss managing suicidal crises, both for mental health clinicians as well as lay people who may be in a situation in which their loved one is suicidal. I define what I mean by a suicidal crisis and discuss warning signs that may indicate a person is experiencing suicidality. I discuss the steps that clinicians may take when a client is actively suicidal, while also highlighting the importance of any clinician listening to reach out to their direct supervisor and following any practice policies and procedures. Further, I discuss what lay people can do in a situation in which a loved one is suicidal, including steps they can take to get them professional help. I highlight that no step and intervention is without potential risk and that some, such as going to the ER, can cause more trauma, while emphasizing that the goal in a suicidal crisis is to keep the individual safe and alive.
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