Suicide prevention for older adults: Professional Reference Series, Vol. 1

2008

Information

Guidelines/Recommendations
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Older Americans Substance Abuse and Mental Health Technical Assistance Center
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

See This Resource

http://www.samhsa.gov/OlderAdultsTAC/docs/Suicide_Booklet.pdf

Summarizes the most recent studies on preventing suicide in older (59+) adults. Describes the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention goals and objectives for meeting the needs of older adults.