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Title: Interpersonal-Psychological Theory of Suicide: School Engage
Authors: Kelly Wester, PhD, LPC, NCC; Carrie Morris, PhD; Emu Aragon, MS, LPCMHSP, NCC; and Christine McAllister
Description: Approximately 40,000 adolescents attempt suicide every year in the United States (Wester et al., 2024). Given the high prevalence of suicidal behavior among adolescents, including differences in suicidal behavior among racial/ethnic groups, and the need for clarity around the understanding of adolescent perceptions of social support or engagement from others at school, this study explores the relationship between high school student engagement, Interpersonal-Psychological Theory of Suicide (IPTS), and suicidal behavior to provide guidance for counseling professionals to target prevention and intervention efforts to increase effectiveness (Wester et al.). Specifically, Wester et al. stated that this study would allow school counselors to examine the risk factors for suicidal behavior within specific identity groups in a high school setting.
Learning Objectives:
CE Credit: 1 NBCC Hours; 0 CRCC Hours; 1 WA Hours; 0 APT Hours; 0 NAADAC Hours; 1 NY Hours; 0 Ethics Hours
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