Standards of Care for Suicide Prevention

The National Association of Social Workers’ Standards of Care for Suicide Prevention offers guidance to social workers and serves as a benchmark for services they provide in suicide prevention. These standards of care were created by social workers to enhance professional skills and knowledge when working with clients who are at risk for suicide or are experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors. This guidance in prevention and intervention reflects social work’s commitment to delivering culturally responsive care to individuals and groups. Social workers in healthcare, schools, private practice, and other settings may find these standards beneficial. To learn more: www.socialworkers.org.