This training is funded by the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Consultation Program at VA’s National Center for PTSD and presented in collaboration with VA’s Suicide Risk Management Consultation Program and the Center for Deployment Psychology. Cultural competence for clinicians working with Veterans and service members includes developing familiarity with unique aspects of military culture that impact clinical care as well as common clinical issues faced by these populations. Accurate and comprehensive assessment of PTSD and suicide risk is important for developing effective treatment plans for Veterans and service members. This two-day workshop aims to introduce participants to military culture and help them develop skills in assessing for two important clinical issues: PTSD and suicide risk. Learn more and register at the Uniformed Services University | Center for Deployment Psychology.

This toolkit provides resources to support VA Suicide Prevention Teams as they build partnerships with Tribes in community-based approaches to suicide prevention. Many parts of the Toolkit may also be relevant for Tribal partners, rural Native Veterans, and Native Veteran family members. The Toolkit includes a guide to building Tribal partnerships; a guide to adapting the VA S.A.V.E. training for use with Tribal communities; and a guide to implementing the adapted S.A.V.E. training in Tribal settings. Download the Tribal-VHA Partnerships in Suicide Prevention Toolkit.

Clinical Practice Guideline Assessment and Management of Patients at Risk for Suicide (2024)
Newly Updated Evidence Based Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) and Associated Tools are now available. The VA and Department of Defense (DoD) have collaboratively developed evidence-based clinical practice guidelines since the 1990s. The CPGs provide information that is evidence-based and unbiased by conflict of interest. They are based on the best available evidence at the date of publication, and are intended to provide a general guide to best practices. These guidelines can assist health care providers, but the use of a CPG must always be considered as a recommendation, within the context of a provider’s clinical judgment, for the care of an individual patient.

Financial uncertainty can increase the risk of suicide among Veterans. That's why we're launching FINVET: a new website that promotes mental health by helping Veterans learn about and manage their finances. This is a one-stop website for Veterans to access trustworthy financial tools. Get help meeting essential needs, saving or earning more money, lowering bills and debt, and protecting assets. Learn more at the National Veterans Financial Resource Center website.

Read the VA News Press Room release: VA launches new financial resource website to help promote financial wellness and prevent Veteran suicide.

VA News: Take charge of your financial future with FINVET.

Our Research Core studies all phases of suicide prevention. Learn about the translational research model and explore our focus areas in our Research section.

Our Education Core translates research in order to disseminate useful and accessible information about suicide prevention to Veterans and the community. Check out our products, trainings, podcasts, videos, and more resources in our Education section.

Our Clinical Core focuses on suicide risk assessment and management best practices and innovations. Find support, clinical tools, and more resources in our Clinical section.

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