PHC6534: Preventing Suicide in Alachua County Utilizing a Trauma-Informed Approach
In 2020, suicide was ranked among the top five most significant health problems in Alachua County, Florida (CDC, 2023). A significant association exists between exposure to adverse childhood experiences and one’s risk of suicide; individuals with an ACE score of four or more are 30 times more likely to attempt suicide than individuals with an ACE score of zero (CDC, 2022b). My proposed program utilizes a trauma-informed approach to increase awareness of mental health resources and build...