Suicide Prevention in Alaska Native Communities
Suicide Prevention in Alaska Native Communities
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2014
11 AM – 12:30 PM PDT
ABOUT THE WEBINAR
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), in partnership with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), announces a webinar on effective practices in suicide prevention for Alaska Native communities. Suicide is a national concern, with approximately 38,000 suicides occurring in the United States each year. Alaska Native and American Indian populations bear a disproportionately high burden from suicide and, as such, merit special attention. The geographic isolation of many Alaska Native communities appears to contribute to suicide risk. Conversely, access to income, social connectedness, and a link to strong traditional culture appear to be protective against suicide. The speakers will provide an overview of what is known about suicide in Alaska and will present specific effective strategies currently being used to promote mental wellness and reduce suicide among Alaska Natives.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Behavioral health and other healthcare providers, administrators, researchers, policy makers, community-based service organizations, state and local service agencies, and public and private organizations that are impacted by the challenges associated with suicide.
LISA MARIN WEXLER, PH.D. - Associate Professor and Director, Division of Community Health Studies
University of Massachusetts Amherst
TERESA LAFROMBOISE, PH.D. - Professor, Stanford Graduate School of Education
KAREN EDDY - Tanana Chiefs Conference
SHAWNA HILDEBRAND - Tanana Chiefs Conference
CYNDI NATION - Tanana Chiefs Conference
EVON PETERS - Vice Chancellor, Rural, Community and Native Education at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (Kawarak)
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Space is limited. Don't miss this valuable opportunity!
