Course Code: REL-ACU-0-PSOA
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Recognize three important warning signs for suicide risk in older adulthood
Identify five risk factors for suicide in older adulthood
Describe evaluation and prevention methods of suicide in older adulthood
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Suicide in Older Adults
Meet Roger
Suicide in Older Adulthood
Warning Signs and Risk Factors
Summary
Section 3: Assessing and Responding to Suicide Risk
Meet Beatriz
Assessment
Suicide Risk Assessment
Safety Planning
Summary
Section 4: Interventions for Depression and Suicide Prevention
Psychopharmacology
Psychosocial Interventions
Special Considerations
Coping with Suicide Loss
Summary
Section 5: Clinical Vignette
Meet Gary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; Psychologists; Social Workers; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.