Spectrum of Prevention


Influence Policy and Legislation Change Organizational Practice Foster Coalitions and Networks Educate Providers Promote Community Education Strengthen Individual Knowledge and Skills
Initiatives that help reduce access to lethal means Policies and protocols for careful postvention following a suicide death Community coalitions or task forces that assess strengths and gaps of existing prevention and intervention programs Education about lethal means counseling Educational workshops to raise awareness about suicide Skill building curricula in schools that help youth develop appropriate coping and problem-solving skills
Educate policymakers and legislators about suicide and its impact Hospital-based interventions with persons who are seen for self-inflicted injury and their families Hospital-based interventions with persons who are seen for self-inflicted injury and their families Skill- and knowledge-based training for professionals and others in the community to help identify individuals at risk for suicide and refer them to appropriate resources Public education and awareness to reduce stigma associated with mental illness Provide education to families about suicide and mental health in hospitals and health care settings
Participate in statewide policy groups and committees Screening and assessment for high risk individuals, as long as appropriate services are available Build broad-based support for suicide prevention initiatives Media education to reduce the likelihood of suicide through responsible reporting Public education and awareness to promote help-seeking Mentoring programs
Promote better access to health and mental health care, including peer support services Develop Primary Care protocols for depression and suicide       Peer support and peer leadership programs
          After school programs