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Adolescent Suicide and Deaths due to Opiate Overdose, Alcohol-Related Diseases, and Suicide (Deaths of Despair):
Two Epidemics? or One?

This webinar explores the rising rates of adolescent suicide and how they intersect with broader social trends labeled “Deaths of Despair” (DoD), which include suicide, drug overdoses, and alcohol-related deaths. Dr. Brent presents national and international data comparing teen suicide trends, examines the psychological and social antecedents of DoD, and evaluates the evidence linking these trends in adults to increasing suicidal behavior in adolescents. The presentation incorporates findings from longitudinal studies, claims data, and emerging risk factors such as parental substance use, economic inequality, and exposure to trauma. Prevention and intervention strategies are discussed, including those focused on family-based and community-level programs.

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Adolescent Suicide and Deaths due to Opiate Overdose, Alcohol-Related Diseases, and Suicide (Deaths of Despair):
Two Epidemics? or One?

Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 1:30 PM EDT - 2:30 PM EDT
$29.99 Member Price:  $0.00 David Brent, MD

This webinar explores the rising rates of adolescent suicide and how they intersect with broader social trends labeled “Deaths of Despair” (DoD), which include suicide, drug overdoses, and alcohol-related deaths. Dr. Brent presents national and international data comparing teen suicide trends, examines the psychological and social antecedents of DoD, and evaluates the evidence linking these trends in adults to increasing suicidal behavior in adolescents. The presentation incorporates findings from longitudinal studies, claims data, and emerging risk factors such as parental substance use, economic inequality, and exposure to trauma. Prevention and intervention strategies are discussed, including those focused on family-based and community-level programs.

About the Presenter

Dr. Brent is a child and adolescent psychiatrist whose research and clinical work has focused on the understand the causes and prevention of adolescent depression and suicidal behavior. He is a Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and holds an Endowed Chair in Suicide Studies.

This workshop Offers 1 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits

Adolescent Suicide and Deaths due to Opiate Overdose, Alcohol-Related Diseases, and Suicide (Deaths of Despair):
Two Epidemics? or One?

Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 1:30 PM EDT - 2:30 PM EDT

Presenter: David Brent, MD

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Course Length: 1 Hour

This workshop Offers 1 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits

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This webinar explores the rising rates of adolescent suicide and how they intersect with broader social trends labeled “Deaths of Despair” (DoD), which include suicide, drug overdoses, and alcohol-related deaths. Dr. Brent presents national and international data comparing teen suicide trends, examines the psychological and social antecedents of DoD, and evaluates the evidence linking these trends in adults to increasing suicidal behavior in adolescents. The presentation incorporates findings from longitudinal studies, claims data, and emerging risk factors such as parental substance use, economic inequality, and exposure to trauma. Prevention and intervention strategies are discussed, including those focused on family-based and community-level programs.


Agenda:

 

  • 0:00–0:10 – Introduction to Adolescent Suicide and Deaths of Despair (DoD)

  • 0:10–0:20 – National and Global Trends in Adolescent Suicide

  • 0:20–0:35 – Risk Factors Linking DoD and Adolescent Suicidality (e.g., parental substance use, economic stressors)

  • 0:35–0:50 – Research on Parental DoD and Youth Suicide Risk

  • 0:50–1:00 – Evidence-Based Interventions and Clinical Implicatio

 

This presentation is open to:
  • Social Workers
  • Professional Counselors
  • Therapists
  • Psychologists
  • Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
  • Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
  • Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
Course Level: intermediate
Level of Clinician: intermediate
  • New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
  • Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
  • Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
  • Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives

Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.

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