CAMH, Dr. David Gratzer: Physician and Educator at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
newmedia@camh.ca (Dr. David Gratzer: Physician and Educator at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Dr. Juveria Zaheer: Psychiatrist and clinician scientist with the Institute for Mental Health Policy Research)
What all physicians need to know about suicide prevention
What all physicians need to know about suicide prevention
What all physicians need to know about suicide prevention
Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Dr. Juveria Zaheer discusses practical strategies for suicide prevention, risk assessments, and creating collaborative safety plans with patients.
18 minutes
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Thought-provoking
Empowering
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Hopeful
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CAMH, Dr. David Gratzer: Physician and Educator at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
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Body & Mind
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Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Mindful Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Suicide Prevention: Key Strategies for Physicians
Talking about it can feel really scary, hearing about distress and pain.We can harness the expertise of families and patients who've been through the system, understand their stories to better identify people at risk and to co-create interventions that work.
Suicide touches everyone, whether directly or indirectly. In this episode of 'Quick Takes', Dr. David Gratzer sits down with Dr. Juveria Zaheer, a psychiatrist and clinician scientist at CAMH, to tackle the challenging topic of suicide prevention. Dr. Zaheer shares her extensive research and practical advice on how healthcare providers can better assess and manage suicide risk, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The discussion covers the intricate relationship between the pandemic and suicide rates, shedding light on how economic hardship, social isolation, and reduced access to care contribute to increased risks. Dr. Zaheer emphasizes the importance of understanding each patient's unique context and collaborating with families to create effective safety plans. She also addresses the pervasive issues of shame and stigma surrounding suicidal behavior and offers insights into treatment options that provide hope.
This episode serves as a compassionate guide for physicians, offering practical tools like the Columbia Screener and PHQ to help in identifying at-risk individuals and tailoring interventions. If you're a healthcare provider looking for actionable strategies to support your patients, this episode is a must-listen.