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AAS25 – Exploring Hidden Factors in Suicide Crisis Intervention – Materials

Thank you so so much for your interest in this research project and how its findings apply to suicide and crisis intervention! On this page, you can access the slides and all reference material mentioned/QR-coded. Feel free to reach out for any questions, thoughts, and/or concerns: [email protected] Have a great

The Empathy Paradox: When the Illusion of Understanding Breeds Bias

We connect with others most easily when we share. We use empathy to build common ground from shared experiences and often a shared identity, which, in turn, makes it easier to empathize even more deeply. But here’s the paradox: the more we have in common, and the more similar someone

Introduction to the Person-in-Crisis series

The context The term Person-in-Crisis (PIC) is used by police to categorize 911 calls involving individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis. Many of these individuals are struggling with mental illness. While these encounters often appear in the news, coverage typically features sensational headlines designed to grab attention and