Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicidal Behavior-View Presentation

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Dr. Donna Sudak gave a webinar on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Suicidal Behavior, sponsored by the Suicide Prevention Resource Center and the American Psychiatric Association. The webinar discussed the importance of understanding suicidal behavior and provided insights into CBT techniques for addressing it. Dr. Sudak highlighted the need for an empathetic assessment of suicidal behavior and the development of a safety plan for managing crises. She emphasized the importance of collaboration in therapy and the role of the therapeutic alliance in facilitating change. Dr. Sudak also discussed the need to address problematic beliefs related to suicide, such as the belief that death will bring relief or punishment for others. She emphasized the importance of providing patients with reasons to live and developing coping strategies to manage distress and problem-solving deficits. Dr. Sudak also highlighted the value of hope kits and coping cards as tools to support patients in times of crisis. Overall, the webinar provided insights into CBT techniques for addressing suicidal behavior and emphasized the importance of individualized treatment and a collaborative therapeutic approach.

Keywords

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

CBT

Suicidal Behavior

Empathetic Assessment

Safety Plan

Therapeutic Alliance

Problematic Beliefs

Reasons to Live

Coping Strategies

Hope Kits