Jessica Woods, MPH, RDA, RDH: No relevant disclosure to display
Dental practitioners are likely to encounter the one in five U.S. adults who are currently living with mental illness, including people who may be at risk for suicide. This course aims to increase participants' understanding of the prevalence of mental health related conditions, help them identify the warning signs of suicide and other mental illnesses, and help them build confidence in discussing and providing resources to at-risk individuals. By challenging current attitudes that inhibit open talk about mental health and suicide, you can help stop the stigma.
Learning Objectives:
Identifying warning signs, risks, and protective factors for suicide and other mental illnesses
Understanding best practices for connecting individuals to community-based resources
Review medications used to treat mental health conditions and their oral implications
