Name
Suicide Intervention
Description

We normally use the term “intervention” when responding to a situation that is already taking place. Here we will demonstrate that true intervention in the case of suicide includes prevention, which should begin long before any signs are exhibited by creating opportunities in the faith context where it is okay to discuss suicide. Creating such safe spaces includes learning to listen in non-threatening ways. “Post-vention” includes engaging survivors and offering rituals that move people toward healing. This will be both an introduction and an invitation to learn more about suicide intervention as a crucial role of our faith communities.

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