David N. Miller - Böcker

This book addresses the growing problem of non-suicidal self-injury among young people, offering educators a practical framework for earlier, more accurate diagnosis; consultation with parents, teachers, and colleagues; and effective, science-based treatment.

This book addresses the growing problem of non-suicidal self-injury among young people, offering educators a practical framework for earlier, more accurate diagnosis; consultation with parents, teachers, and colleagues; and effective, science-based treatment.

This comprehensive resource--now revised and expanded--provides school practitioners with an evidence-based framework for preventing and effectively responding to youth suicidal behavior. David N. Miller guides readers to understand, screen, and assess for suicide risk in students in grades K-12. He presents collaborative strategies for intervening appropriately within a multi-tiered system of support. The book also shows how to develop a coordinated plan for postvention in the aftermath of a suicide, offering specific dos and don'ts for supporting students, parents, and school personnel. User-friendly tools include reproducible handouts; the book's large-size format facilitates photocopying. Purchasers get access to a webpage where they can download and print the reproducible materials.New to This Edition*Chapter on the roles and responsibilities of the school-based suicide prevention team.*Significantly revised coverage of screening and suicide risk assessment.*Situates prevention and intervention within a schoolwide multi-tiered system of support.*Updated throughout with current data, practical recommendations, and resources.