The Integration of Opioid and Suicide Identification, Prevention, and Care: A National Perspective

The Integration of Opioid and Suicide Identification, Prevention, and Care: A National Perspective

The Integration of Opioid and Suicide Identification, Prevention, and Care: A National Perspective – Webinar

Monday, November 4, 2019 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST

This webinar will focus on the current state of what we know about opioid use and suicide. In part 1, Dr. Jane Pearson, Chair, NIMH Suicide Research Consortium, will address overall data on opioids and suicide, affected sub-groups, and why certain sub-groups are affected more than others. In part 2, Dr. Richard McKeon, Chief, Suicide Prevention Branch, Center for Mental Health Services, will speak on challenges and opportunities regarding the integration of opioid use and suicide. He will also describe Zero Suicide and other suicide prevention initiatives.