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Indicators Suggestive of a Greater Likelihood of Self-Destructive Potential

  • has previously attempted suicide
  • has a history of self-destructive behavior
  • has a specific plan
  • has access to a gun or other lethal means
  • is suffering from depression or other mental illness
  • has experienced a prior tragedy (e.g., suicide of family member)
  • is involved with alcohol and/or other substance
  • describes his situation as “hopeless”
  • has sleep and/or eating disturbances
  • is talking about “not being around...”,
  • saying good-bye
  • gives away possessions
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THE MISSION OF THE ACADEMY

  • INCREASE AWARENESS

    Increase Awareness of Effects of Traumatic Events and Crisis Situations on Human Functioning  

  • LOOK BEYOND PHYSICAL NEEDS

    Enable Professionals to Look Beyond Physical and Safety Needs and also Address Emergent Psychological Needs

  • ESTABLISH STANDARDS

    Improve the Quality of Support and Intervention and Establish Meaningful Standards Among Professionals Across Disciplines

  • TRAINING AND EDUCATION

    Provide Information and Training through it’s Educational Resource Center and Premier Speakers Bureau

  • SUrVIVOR TO THRIVER

    Ultimately to Assist Victims to Become Survivors and then Thrivers