Suicide Prevention

VitalCog for Athletic Staff

Suicide Prevention for Athletic Staff

The Problem: Suicide rates are increasing among kids, teens, and young adults, including athletes

The Solution: You. Be part of the solution and become a trainer. Sign up for a 5 hour workshop to learn how to deliver an athletic staff specific suicide prevention program

Goals:

• To promote critical thinking about suicide prevention

• To open dialogue about mental health

• To promote help-seeking and help-giving behaviors

What you will learn to deliver:

1.5 hour VitalCog training including videos, group discussions/exercises, and roleplays to create a better understanding of your role in suicide prevention

• Pre-Game: Learn to build protective factors and safety nets for athletes

• Get in the Game: Identify risk factors and warning signs

• Change the Game: Practice conversations around suicide

After the training, participants feel:

• Knowledgeable about suicide prevention

• Confident talking about suicide and getting help

• Likely to apply what they learned