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Masters in Practice: Managing Suicidal Risk w/ Dr. David Jobes

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Empathetic and Collaborative Approach to Managing Suicidal Risk

The chapter explores a shift in mindset towards managing suicidal risk, advocating for empathy, collaboration, and honesty in treatment instead of traditional methods like hospitalization. It emphasizes the importance of engaging in a collaborative relationship with patients using tools like the Suicide Status Form (SSF) to guide assessment and treatment planning. The focus is on teaching patients to recognize warning signs and empowering them to stabilize their behavior rather than eliminating suicidal thoughts entirely.

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