Health & Specialty Care System
North Texas State Hospital
presents:
“Suicide Symposium:
Particulars, Perceptions, and Preventions”
Sponsored by:
Volunteer Services Council of North Texas State Hospital
Wednesday, May 4th • 8 AM – 5 PM
Wichita Falls MPEC • Wichita Falls, Texas
Open to Clinical and Non-clinical services within the community such as Police Departments, School Systems, MHA Providers, First Responders, Child Services, Ministry Alliance, etc.
*** Continuing education for multiple disciplines will be provided for this event. ***
| SESSION DAY/TIME | PRESENTER | SESSION TITLE |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 am – 9:45 am | Cynthia A. Claassen, PhD | Suicidal Behavior and its Prevention: Basic Concepts |
| • BREAKOUT SESSIONS • | ||
| 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Cynthia A. Claassen, PhD | Clinical Lecture: Assessment & Care of Suicidal Patients in Healthcare Settings Individual patient risk assessment and treatment models; healthcare system models; effectiveness of care |
| 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Kristi Wiley with Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation | Community Lecture: Talking about Suicide The QPR Approach |
| • Lunch provided by the NTSH Volunteer Services Council • | ||
| 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm | Cynthia A. Claassen, PhD | Keeping People Safe: Why and How to Talk about Restricting Lethal Means |
| 1:45 pm – 3:00 pm | Multidisciplinary Panel Cynthia A. Claassen, PhD, Bethany Hughes, MD | Community Discussion of Suicide Prevention Approaches |
| 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm | Bethany Hughes, MD | Group Case Discussion |
| 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm | Cynthia A. Claassen, PhD, Bethany Hughes, MD | Wrap up/ Question and Answer Session |
COST OF ATTENDANCE
- non-North Texas State Hospital staff: $35
PLEASE NOTE:
North Texas State Hospital’s Leadership is sensitive to the current pandemic and remains committed to monitoring the situation closely and following all governmental guidelines. We will remain in contact with the local health authorities and organizational leadership to responsibly monitor the fluidity of the current circumstances. If cancellation becomes necessary, notifications will be sent promptly.
During the symposium the City of Wichita Falls prevailing guidelines concerning COVID-19 protocol will be followed, which currently do not require use of mask at indoor events. However, each participant may choose to wear a protective mask if they desire.
Questions?
Ashley Scarbro 940-689-5645
Ashley.Scarbro@hhs.texas.gov