Suicide Prevention in an Emergency Department Population: ED-SAFE April 24, 2024

https://psnet.ahrq.gov/innovation/suicide-prevention-emergency-department-population-ed-safe Brown University and Butler Hospital created the Emergency Department Safety Assessment and Follow-Up Evaluation (ED-SAFE) innovation to reduce suicidal behavior among patients who present to the ED with suicidal ideation. Following implementation of the ED-SAFE innovation, there was a significant difference in suicide attempts.