Abstract
Suicide is a major public health issue, and a leading cause of death in the United States. Caregivers of young children with or at-risk for disabilities and developmental delays may experience significant life stressors that increase their risk for suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Early childhood special education (ECSE) home visitors may be in a prime position to notice and intervene in these situations but may lack the training and confidence to do so. This article outlines evidence-based strategies for identifying and responding to possible suicidal thoughts and behaviors in the context of ECSE home visiting.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 949-957 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Early Childhood Education Journal |
Volume | 50 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 2022 |
Keywords
- Caregivers
- Early childhood
- Home visiting
- Suicide
- Suicide intervention
- Suicide prevention
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Education
- Developmental and Educational Psychology