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Suicide Prevention Training at Vassar College

Join us for a QPR training session on suicide prevention. Learn to recognize warning signs, how to intervene, and refer at-risk individuals. RSVP by January 23rd to secure your spot. Presented by certified instructors. Don't miss this opportunity!

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Suicide Prevention Training at Vassar College

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  1. Vassar College Counseling Service invites faculty, administrators and staff to join us for a presentation on suicide prevention When and Where: Friday, January 25th, at 12:00pm in the Aula. What: QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an empirically validated approach to reducing the risk of suicides. In this hour-long training, you will be trained as a "gatekeeper", an important part of helping our students stay safe. • Come and learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide and how to apply three simple steps that may save a life. Presented by a certified instructor, each QPR training includes information about: • the problem of suicide nationally and in New York State • common myths and facts associated with suicide • warning signs of suicide • tips for asking about suicidal thinking • methods for persuading suicidal individuals to get help • ways of referring at risk people to local resources Please RSVP by Wednesday, January 23rd to counseling@vassar.edu. Be sure to include your name and the names of other members of your party who will be in attendance. The presentation is free of charge and space is limited. Further questions regarding this presentation may also be directed to counseling@vassar.edu.

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