Suicide Safe by SAMHSA 4.0

Suicide Safe is a valuable educational tool designed for primary care and behavioral health professionals focusing on suicide prevention. It is structured around the esteemed Suicide Assessment Five-step Evaluation and Triage (SAFE-T) practice guidelines. This application aims to equip providers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively assist individuals presenting with suicidal thoughts. Suicide Safe offers guidance on effective communication strategies with patients and their families, determining appropriate courses of action, and making referrals to relevant treatment and community support services.

• Learn the five key steps of the SAFE-T approach for patient interactions, including the ability to download resources for offline use.
• Explore interactive case studies to observe the SAFE-T approach in practical scenarios.
• Access conversation starters featuring sample language and advice for addressing suicidal ideation with patients.
• Discover a range of clinical and educational resources, crisis line contacts, and patient-focused materials.
• Utilize SAMHSA’s Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator for prompt patient referrals, with customizable filters based on type and proximity.

For questions or feedback, reach out to SAMHSA via email at SAMHSAInfo@samhsa.hhs.gov.

Note: Suicide Safe is a complimentary resource offered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, utilizing federal funding.