Therapists/Clinicians

Social Connection and Support as Targets for Youth Suicide Prevention
November 21, 2023
Cheryl King, PhD and
This presentation (sponsored by ADAA's Suicide and Self-Injury Special Interest Group) reviews converging empirical evidence arguing for the importance of belongingness and connectedness to youth suicide risk and prevention.
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