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SUMMARY:QPR (Question Persuade Refer ) Gatekeeper Training
DESCRIPTION:QPR Gatekeeper Training is a 2-hour evidence-based program designed to teach laypeople and professionals to recognize suicide warning signs and intervene using three steps: Question (intent)\, Persuade (to seek help)\, and Refer (to resources). Similar to CPR\, it provides a “citizen emergency response” to someone in crisis.  This training is FREE! \nKey Components Covered in Training:\n\nWarning Signs: Identification of verbal\, behavioral\, and situational cues indicating a person may be considering suicide.\nThe QPR Method:\n\nQuestion: How to directly ask about suicidal thoughts or intent.\nPersuade: How to listen\, offer hope\, and convince the individual to accept help.\nRefer: How to connect the person with local\, professional resources.\n\n\nMyths and Facts: Correcting common misconceptions about suicide.\nActionability: Techniques for suicide prevention that focus on means reduction and reducing psychological pain.\n\nKey Takeaways:\n\nTarget Audience: Parents\, teachers\, coaches\, police officers\, or anyone positioned to recognize a crisis.\nOutcome: Participants learn to intervene to reduce immediate risk and save lives.\nCertification: Attendees often receive a booklet and a wallet card.\n\nPlease contact the trainer\, Govan Martin\, at govanmartin3@gmail.com or call (717) 418-7981\, if you wish to attend.
URL:https://www.suicidepreventionalliance.org/event/qpr-question-persuade-refer-gatekeeper-training/
LOCATION:Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, 3700 Rutherford St.\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17111\, United States
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