The ASAP Center is a partner in the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN). We promote treatments that reduce the risk of serious health and behavioral health problems in youth. Learn more about these approaches below.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month: Child Abuse and Suicide Prevention
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) featured an article underscoring the relationship between child abuse and risk of suicide for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Child abuse has deleterious impacts on lifetime mental health, including increased risk for suicide. In the wake of COVID-19, families are experiencing elevated levels of stress, economic instability, and social isolation, which may increase youth exposure to abuse. SPRC highlights an opportunity to prevent child abuse and suicide by strengthening family support environments during this difficult time.
The ASAP Center offers training in evidence-based, trauma-informed treatments for suicide prevention among at risk youths: SAFETY and SAFETY-A. These family-centered approaches to youth suicide prevention improve family functioning and suicide-related outcomes by enhancing family support. Click here to learn more about our treatment programs for suicide, self-harm, and depression.
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