Turning Research into Action: Suicide Prevention Insights with Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman

Dan is joined by Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman, Senior Vice President of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Join in for part two of the discussion with Dr. Harkavy-Friedman. Dr. Harkavy-Friedman discusses her role as a translator of research into actionable insights for suicide prevention. She emphasizes the importance of a conceptual model in research applications and shares advice for early career researchers seeking grants. The discussion also covers the future of suicide prevention, the role of policy advocacy, and the complexities of psychosis and its relationship to suicide.

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00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:45 - Translating Research into Action
04:00 - Advice for Grant Applicants
06:00 - Common Pitfalls in Research Proposals
08:00 - Mentoring and Grant Getting Programs
10:30 - Future Strategic Priorities of AFSP
13:00 - Advocacy and Policy for Suicide Prevention
17:00 - The 988 Crisis Line and its Impact
19:30 - Psychosis and Suicide Risk
24:00 - Internal Voices vs. Psychotic Hallucinations
26:30 - Pushback and Public Misunderstandings
29:00 - Reflections on Medical Assistance in Dying
31:00 - AFSP's Impact and Proud Accomplishments
33:00 - Resources and How to Get Involved
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The American Foundation of Suicide Prevention
(https://afsp.org/)

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (https://afsp.org/) is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss (https://afsp.org/ive-lost-someone/). AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health through public education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide.

AFSP is the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, dedicated to understanding suicide and identifying evidence-informed strategies to help save lives. Researchers can explore its priority areas and grant application process by visiting https://afsp.org/suicide-prevention-r...

Learn more about AFSP in its latest Annual Report (https://annual2024.afsp.org/) and join the conversation on suicide prevention by following AFSP on Facebook (  / afspnational  , Twitter (https://x.com/afspnational), Instagram (  / afspnational  , YouTube (   / afspnational  , and TikTok (  / afspnational  .
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Takeaways

Translational research is crucial for effective suicide prevention.

Researchers should focus on a clear conceptual model in their studies.

AFSP provides mentorship programs for early career researchers.

Advocacy is essential for improving suicide prevention policies.

Understanding psychosis is key to addressing suicide risk.

Most individuals with psychosis do not contemplate suicide.

The 988 crisis line is a vital resource for mental health emergencies.

AFSP is committed to funding global suicide prevention research.

Community involvement is important for suicide prevention efforts.

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Producer: Mack Britton Productions