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Suicide Prevention: How to Help When Social Determinants Spiral

Relias

A study conducted by the Department of Veteran Affairs found a “a significant positive relationship between a positive screen for housing instability and a Veteran having a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, psychosis, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, and previous suicide attempt or intentional self-harm.”.

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Scholarship Recipients 2022

University of Connecticut

This scholarship was established in memory of Donna Millette-Fridge by the School of Social Work in recognition of her commitment to helping the mentally ill become self-sufficient. My plan is continuing to work in the group setting and IOP services, specifically with individuals who are experiencing self-harm, depression and anxiety.