159. Youth Suicide Prevention: Safety Planning and Lethal Means Safety Counseling
TRIGGER WARNING: Please note that this episode contains a discussion of suicide, self-injurious behavior, depression and/or reference of other mental health disorders that may act as triggers.
Welcome to the Pediatric Meltdown podcast, where Dr. Lia Gaggino will take you into the world of pediatric care to tackle the most important topics that impact the well-being of our little ones. In today's episode, Dr. Gaggino and her guest, Dr. Alejandra Arango, explore the critical role of safety planning in preventing child suicides. Their heartfelt conversation takes a deep dive into the intricacies of safety planning within various settings, highlighting the effectiveness of individualized plans, coping strategies, and community crisis resources. Creating a meaningful safety plan in just 20 minutes is not only realistic, but essential in a primary care setting. By involving all staff, from doctors to nurses to administrators, we can truly make a difference in the lives of our children. Standardized screening protocols and readily accessible safety plans in medical records make the process more feasible. Remember, a safety plan is part of a comprehensive suicide prevention approach that includes screening, assessment, evidence-based interventions, and crisis support. A unified team will provide the support and resources needed to guide our young ones through the darkest times. So, grab your headphones and get ready to learn invaluable insights that will empower you to create safe environments for our young ones, ensuring their well-being and building a brighter future.
[05:58 -17:27] Importance of Tailoring Safety Plans to Individuals
[17:28 - 28:24] Specificity in distraction strategies
[28:25 - 43:57] Safe Storage of Firearms and Medications
[43:58 - 55:06] Integrating Safety Plans into Medical Records
[55:07 - 01:04:09] Closing segment Takeaway
Links to resources mentioned on the show
Stanley Brown Safety Plan Template: https://bgg.11b.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Stanley-Brown-Safety-Plan-8-6-21.pdf
Stanley Brown Safety Plan:
Safety Planning Intervention: A Brief Intervention to Mitigate Suicide Risk | Zero Suicide
CALM - Counseling Access to Lethal Means Course:
Counseling on Access to Lethal Means
Child Psychiatry Access Programs by state:
Map — NNCPAP National Network of Child Psychiatry Access Programs
Zero Suicide:
Homepage | Zero Suicide
AAP Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention:
Suicide: Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention
Other episodes you may like:
For all episodes, go to https://swiy.co/PediatricMeltdownPodcast
Ep. 158 Preventing Youth Suicide: Risk Assessment and Management
Ep. 96 AAP Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention: A Roadmap
Ep. 08 Screening Youth For Suicide Risk: Can it be done in a busy pediatric practice?
Key quotes for Twitter:
"I always include the 988 number, which is the lifeline number, a number that you can call or text.'"... Dr. Alejandra Arango
“Creating a Meaningful Safety Plan in 20 minutes is realistic"... Dr. Alejandra Arango
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