About this training

2.5 hours

Face-to-face or virtual delivery

 

Course outline

Introduction to Suicide Awareness 

• Common myths around suicide 
• Figures on suicide 

Recognising the signs that someone may be at risk 

• What to look out for that might give us concern that someone may be thinking of suicide 

• Risk factors that make people more vulnerable to suicide 

Asking about suicidal thoughts

• How to have compassionate conversations 
• Recognising invitations to ask about suicide 

• How to ask directly about suicide 

Supporting to safety

• Crisis response – what to do if someone is immediately at risk 
• Signposting to support – to stay safe for now and into the future 

Looking after ourselves

• Self-care when supporting others 

 

How to book training

To book this course please call 01206 764600 or email training@mnessexmind.org.

 

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