The aim of this session is to support all staff working with children and young people to recognise and respond to disclosures of suicidal thoughts, distress and crisis.
The workshop will outline key concepts and practices underpinning our understanding of suicide and how it can be used to prevent and support children and young people experiencing suicidal thoughts, distress and crisis.
The session will focus on practical implementation of the Understanding & Responding to Children & Young People at Risk of Suicide guidance Participants will be required to read the guidance in advance of attending the session.
By the end of the workshop you will be better able to:
- Understand the Integrated Motivational-Volitional Model (IMV) and how it relates to what you do.
- Identify and describe Time Space Compassion and what it means in practice.
- Identify level of suicide risk, understand how to respond appropriately, and take necessary action.
- Know how to appropriately use the Fife multiagency protocol.
- Know where to find more information on support, services and further training options available in Fife.
Who should attend?
This session is suitable for all staff in statutory and voluntary agencies that are working with and supporting children and young people in Fife.
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