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ERIC Number: EJ1252051
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020-Jun
Pages: 17
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-0033-3085
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School Psychologists and Suicide Risk Assessment: Role Perception and Competency
Erps, Kristen H.; Ochs, Sarah; Myers, Carl L.
Psychology in the Schools, v57 n6 p884-900 Jun 2020
As the second leading cause of death for adolescents, suicide is a major concern for school personnel. School psychologists' training in mental health makes them well-positioned to lead in suicide prevention efforts; however, studies have shown a lack of preparedness in crisis intervention and, more specifically, suicide risk assessment. This study surveyed practicing school psychologists (N = 92) to explore their perception of both their role and competency in suicide risk assessment. Suicide risk assessment was defined as a broad term pertaining to any measures taken in suicide prevention, intervention, or postvention. The majority of school psychologists reported having a primary role at the tertiary level (i.e., intervening with a student identified as needing help). Participants indicated lacking adequate graduate preparation; however, most participants were confident in their knowledge of suicide and suicide risk assessment and were comfortable identifying and intervening with a student who is suicidal. Implications for practice and directions for future research are discussed.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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