In addition, many team members are confused about the difference between suicidal ideation and a request for a hastened death. This webinar will teach the necessary skills to navigate these serious issues using a holistic interdisciplinary approach.

• Define suicidal ideation
• List four potential ethical dilemmas that may emanate from suicidal ideation and planning
• Differentiate between suicidal ideation and a request for a hastened death
• Avoid 10 common errors when a person is suicidal and/or requesting a hastened death
• Discuss the critical importance of including all team members in planning and interventions
• Apply skills and interventions to common situations

Is a request for a hastened death the same as suicidal ideation? It is imperative that everyone is included in the planning process and has a clear understanding of the agreed-upon intervention. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at the challenges and solutions related to both types of requests. Learn the pitfalls and preferred practices related to this very sensitive, common, and complex dynamic.

• Sample policy/procedure
• Intervention specific toolkit
• Sample “no-suicide contract”
• Common errors and preferred practices
• Additional slides/handout to use for staff and volunteer training
• Handout with lecture notes, references, bibliography, and additional learning opportunities
• Training log
• PDF of slides and speaker’s contact info for follow-up questions
• Attendance certificate provided, however there are no pre-approved CEs associated with this webinar

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