Intimate Partner Violence and Suicide: Intersections in Context and Practice-Handouts: Slides

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This document is a summary of a webinar titled "Intimate Partner Violence and Suicide: Intersections in Context and Practice." The webinar was presented by Heidi L. Kar, a licensed clinical psychologist and the Principal Advisor for Mental Health, Trauma, and Violence Initiatives at the Education Development Center, Inc. (EDC). The webinar was organized by the Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC), which is supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.<br /><br />The webinar discussed the connections between intimate partner violence (IPV) and suicide. It highlighted the prevalence of IPV and suicide in the United States, the increased risk of suicidal behaviors among individuals who have experienced trauma, and the correlation between IPV and suicide. The importance of screening for IPV in mental health settings was emphasized, along with suggested questions to ask IPV survivors. The role of mental health providers in intervening after an IPV disclosure was also discussed, including the importance of listening empathically, assessing immediate safety, and providing appropriate resources. Additionally, the webinar highlighted the importance of safety planning for both IPV and suicide, and provided information on available resources and organizations.<br /><br />This summary provides a brief overview of the topics covered in the webinar and the main points discussed by the presenter. For more detailed information, including references and contact information, please refer to the original document.

Keywords

Intimate Partner Violence

Suicide

Intersections

Heidi L. Kar

Prevalence

Trauma

Screening

Mental Health Settings

Empathic Listening

Safety Planning