Jennifer Cisney Ellers, M.A, Eric Scalise, Ph.D.
Critical for anyone working with adults in a caregiving setting. Participants will discover risk factors for suicide. Key scripture and biblical examples of depression are reviewed. Definitions of prevention and intervention will be explored. Dr. Scalise and Jennifer Cisney Ellers will describe why prevention is the best intervention and outline protocol for suicide intervention, including the A.C.T. and S.T.O.P methods.
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Families in Crisis
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