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safeTALK Training - English
More than half of those who seek outside help when in crisis turn first to their clergy. However, most clergy have not received specific training in suicide prevention, and 49% of religious leaders say they rarely or never speak to their congregation about suicide, although 76% of congregants say suicide is a problem that must be addressed. When clergy respond to a suicide event in an unhelpful manner, it has been reported that up to 60% of previously engaged families leave the congregation in the aftermath of a suicide loss.
Is there more that you can do right now? Yes. One of the most helpful things religious leaders can do is to educate their congregations about suicide and its prevention. It is also important to recognize the warning signs for suicide and know how to ask the suicide question and get persons help they need, when they need it.
Sponsored by the Interfaith Council of Plattsburgh & Clinton County.
- Date
- Monday August 22nd, 2022
- Time
- 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Location
- 127 Beekman Street
Plattsburgh, Clinton, New York, USA - Registration Deadline
- Wednesday August 10th, 2022
- Contact
- Bonnie Black
bonblack@yahoo.com
5185781612