Suicidality in Special Populations of Children and Youth

What do we know about suicide prevention in children with Intellectual and developmental disabilities? New studies have shown that several risk factors such as social determinants of health, comorbid mental health conditions, race/ethnicity, social-economic status, and the role of abuse and bullying can lead to vulnerabilities in this population group. This training will provide a review of recent research on suicidality and suicide prevention in this already vulnerable population. Through the use of case examples, attendees will be guided to draw from personal and professional knowledge to identify strength-based and trauma-informed practice interventions to mitigate these vulnerabilities. Additionally, we will discuss how to incorporate culturally responsive practices into suicide prevention and intervention strategies.