Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicidal Behavior-Handouts: Slides

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The document is a presentation titled "CBT for Suicidal Behavior" by Donna M. Sudak, MD, from the Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC). The presentation discusses the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in treating individuals with suicidal behavior.<br /><br />The presentation starts by acknowledging the support and funding received from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.<br /><br />CBT is presented as an effective treatment for suicidal behavior, with evidence showing its effectiveness in reducing the risk of suicidal behavior and increasing treatment engagement. The presentation emphasizes the importance of a thorough risk assessment and treatment planning, including safety planning.<br /><br />Different cognitive and behavioral interventions used in CBT for suicidal behavior are discussed, including cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, exposure, contingency management, stimulus control, and skill deficit remediation. The presentation highlights the importance of collaboration between the therapist and patient and the development of a strong therapeutic alliance.<br /><br />The cognitive conceptualization of suicidal behavior is explained, highlighting factors such as severe suicidal ideation, cognitive distortions, decision-making deficits, problem-solving deficits, hopelessness, and deficient autobiographical memory.<br /><br />The presentation also includes information on safety planning, reasons for living, and other therapeutic techniques, such as coping cards, hope boxes, and crisis management strategies.<br /><br />Overall, the presentation emphasizes CBT as an evidence-based and effective approach for treating suicidal behavior, providing practical strategies for therapists to implement in their practice.

Keywords

CBT for Suicidal Behavior

Donna M. Sudak

Suicide Prevention Resource Center

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

Risk assessment

Treatment planning

Cognitive restructuring

Therapeutic alliance