The prevalence of death by suicide is increasing, it remains the most common cause of death for young men under fifty who tend to commit suicide violently which in turn has a serious effect on the familied left behind.
Research shows that at least twenty people are profoundly affected by bereavement with each suicide, and are left asking why, what they missed and what they could have done differently to have stopped this happening.
As Psychosexual and Relationship Therapists, we have a vital role to play in recognising, assessing, and managing the risk of suicide as for many broken relationships or problematic sexual behaviours may be the trigger.
This self-access class explores the issue of suicide in the context of psychosexual and relationship therapy. It provides a basic overview of the knowledge and skills needed to know what to ask, say, and do in relation to suicidal ideation and intent.
About the Trainer
Dr Barry Flintoft is a Psychosexual Therapist working with both private and NHS-funded clients. In addition, he works with people who have committed, or are at risk of committing, sexual offences. He is an accredited member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapy) and STOPSO (Stop Sexual Offending).
Dr Flintoft trained as a social worker and worked in mental health services for over thirty years. He completed doctoral research into employment and mental health. Dr Flintoft has conducted many statutory investigations following deaths by suicide, attended coroners court, assessed people under the Mental Health Act, and worked as the regional lead for suicide prevention for NHS England.
