The Power of Human Connections: Improving the Treatment of Suicidality with the insights of Lived Experience-Presentation and q&a

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In this webinar, titled "The Power of Human Connections: Improving the Treatment of Suicidality with the Insights of Lived Experience," Eduardo Vega discusses the importance of incorporating the perspectives and experiences of individuals who have lived through suicidal thoughts and feelings. He emphasizes the need to see, speak, and think differently about suicide, reframing it as an experience of intensity and growth rather than a purely negative and pathologized phenomenon. Eduardo proposes using alternative language and concepts to describe and address suicidal intensity, such as focusing on distress rather than crisis and recognizing the desire for relief rather than framing it as solely suicidal behavior. He also highlights the importance of peer support and integrating individuals with lived experience into behavioral health care systems and suicide prevention efforts. Eduardo encourages a humanizing and empowering approach that values the perspectives and insights of those who have experienced suicidal intensity, ultimately aiming to support individuals in their moments of crisis while also working towards preventing death by suicide.

Keywords

Power of Human Connections

Improving Treatment of Suicidality

Insights of Lived Experience

Reframing Suicide

Alternative Language and Concepts

Distress vs Crisis

Peer Support in Behavioral Health Care

Suicide Prevention Efforts

Humanizing Approach

Preventing Death by Suicide