Family Suicide Prevention Training

Learn how to recognize and intervene when a loved one is in distress. Discussion points follow each video segment but you may also download and print the resource guides.

SELF-PACED RESOURCE GUIDE | SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION GUIDE | HANDOUT FOR SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION GUIDE

 

Segment One: Sources of Distress and Warning Signs

What seems to be the major source of distress for the Snyder family in the video? Can you relate?

How well equipped do you think you are to recognize sources of distress in your Airman/Guardian's life? What would help you to be better equipped?


 

Segment Two: Intervention

In the Snyder family's story, what warning sign(s) has Matt's dad noticed, and how is he choosing to intervene?

Which option for intervention seems most doable for you? Which option would be the most difficult?


 

Segment Three: Time-Based Prevention

How might time-based prevention strategies be helpful for the Snyder family?

What are some things you could do in your home to put time and space between persons in distress and access to lethal means?


Segment Four: Resources and Follow-Up

In the Snyder Family's story, what resources does Rebecca suggest to Matt?

What resources have you used before? How helpful were they?


Segment Five: Being Proactive

What examples of protective factors did you notice in the Snyder family?

How can you be proactive to help strengthen protective factors in your family?

 Completion Certificate 

If you would like a training certificate with your name printed on it or if you have questions regarding this training, please email the AFPC Integrated Resilience Operations Training Team at AFPC.DPFZ.Workflow@us.af.mil