Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention: Overview & Verdict

This course will explore the science of suicide research, prevention, and intervention. The field of suicide research is young and knowledge is rapidly changing. Topics will include terminology, epidemiology, historical and contemporary theories of suicide, modern approaches to suicide research, empirically supported approaches to prevention and intervention, the lived experiences of those with suicidal thoughts and attempts. Note: this course is not designed to address personal experiences with

Enrollment through Coursera includes the Q&A thread, where earlier students have already answered most of the questions newcomers run into.

It is taught by Wesleyan University, delivered in en — useful context when you are deciding whether Suicide Prevention fits the time you have this week.

What you need before starting

• • A free Coursera account (takes under a minute to create)
• • A laptop, tablet or phone with a stable internet connection
• • Willingness to pause the video and repeat each exercise yourself

About Wesleyan University

Wesleyan University teaches Suicide Prevention. The lessons follow a consistent structure and the Q&A section stays active, which is a good signal of ongoing support.

Our verdict: For anyone starting out in this field, this is the cheapest low-risk way to test whether the subject suits you. Enroll now even if you plan to start later — access stays with your account after the coupon expires.