Overview of SAFETY-A: A Therapeutic Assessment for Youth at Risk for Suicide in the Emergency Department

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This video describes SAFETY-A, a special assessment used in emergency rooms to help young people who may be at risk for suicide. The goal is to quickly find out how much danger the youth is in and give them the right support. SAFETY-A helps doctors and nurses talk with youth and their families about safety plans and next steps. It aims to keep young people safe while they get the help they need.

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Focus Area: Mental Health

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child; Crisis Intervention; Mental Health Services; Patient Care Management; Suicide; Suicide, Attempted; Adolescent; Emergency Service, Hospital; Risk Assessment

Institutions: Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM)

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