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We have recently had 3 suicide attempts from inmate's who are serving life without parole. While I don't have evidence that necessarily links these attempts to major depression or the existensial issues of coping with their plight, I have been tasked (as the Clinical Director of Behavioral Health) by our DOC Director to develop a program for Lifer's.  Does anyone have such programs in their system or know of any resources?  I hate re-inventing wheels!

Frederic:

Before you can implement a program you need to know what the diagnosis is of these individuals. Many things can contribute and cause suicidal ideation and attempts but you cannot treat it without an evaluation of the individual. Then you will know their needs. Then you can design a program.