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Washington's suicide prevention law is first of its kind

"A Washington law set to take effect on June 7 requires mental health professionals to receive additional training to help them detect and prevent suicides."

  • Law Requires Suicide Prevention Training
  • FAQs on Matt Adler Suicide Assessment, Treatment and Management Act of 2012 (ESHB 2366)
  • Interview with Professor Jennifer Stuber: Stigma to Hope: The Matt Adler Fund

Law Requires Suicide Prevention Training

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