Representative Steve Eliason on 988: How Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Takes Ongoing Attention by Legislators
Utah State Rep. Steve Eliason shares the early beginnings of 988 and what legislators need to keep in mind.
Bob Drake Says Employment is the Most Critical Intervention in Crisis Prevention and Recovery
Dr. Robert E. Drake, co-developer of the supported employment model Individual Placement and Support (IPS), says that people with serious mental illness and other disabilities are highly vulnerable to the pandemic and associated mandates, pointing out that “their safety and economic security should be high on our list of priorities.”
Dr. Tia Dole Talks About How LGBTQ Youth Are Responding to the Pandemic and Protests
Dr. Tia Dole shares how LGBTQ youth are responding to protests and the COVID-19 pandemic. She says that callers to the Trevor Project have shared stories of isolation, inclusion, and growth.
New Study Shows Increased Risk of Suicide After Emergency Department Visits
Nationwide, the emergency department has become the default crisis service provider for mental health crises. A new study reveals that there's an increased risk of suicide afterward.
