Self-harm in teenagers: The spectrum from non-suicidal self-injury to suicidality.

Explore self-harm and suicide in teens to learn recognition, red flags and management approaches.

Rates of self-harm and suicide (suicidality) among teens are rising at an alarming rate. In fact, research from The Hospital for Sick Children has shown a troubling increase in emergency department visits related to suicide attempts and ideation among children and teens. —even while overall pediatric ER visits have decreased.

In this live webinar, renowned child psychiatrist Dr. Marshall Korenblum explores the spectrum of self-harming behaviors in teenagers. From Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) to suicidality. Drawing on the latest evidence and real-world clinical experience, this training equips professionals with the tools to better understand and intervene in these urgent mental health issues.

We offer this program in two distinct sessions. Register for either the morning session, afternoon session or both, depending on your interests and professional learning needs.

Morning session: 9 a.m. to noon ET

Non-suicidal self-harm in teenagers: The role of emotion regulation in understanding and treating this urgent problem.

Explore the dramatic rise in self-injurious behavior among teens, and learn how emotional dysregulation, insecure attachment, and social media are shaping this complex issue. This session defines Non-Suicidal Self-Injury Disorder (NSSID), outlines its prevalence and causes, and reviews treatment approaches to empower clinicians working on the front lines of youth mental health.

Afternoon session: 1 to 4 p.m. ET

Suicide in teenagers: Signs, symptoms, and risk factors.

Gain a deeper understanding of how suicidal thoughts and behaviors present in adolescents. This session highlights the critical warning signs, differentiates between clinical depression and typical adolescent sadness, and discusses effective intervention strategies. The impact of social and digital media, mental illness, and protective factors are also explored.

Whether you attend one or both sessions, you’ll gain critical insights into the root causes, clinical signs, and therapeutic approaches related to self-harm and suicide in adolescents.

Please note: This live webinar features the same expert content and material as our on-demand training. This allows those exploring different training formats to choose the option that best suits their learning needs.

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