QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is a suicide prevention training program designed to teach participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond appropriately.
Essential Details on QPR:
1. Learning Objectives:
Recognize the signs that someone may be considering suicide. Learn how to ask the “suicide question” directly and without fear. Gain skills to persuade the individual to seek help. Know how to refer someone to appropriate resources for assistance.
2. Target Audience:
Mental health professionals Medical staff Case managers School staff and educators Community support workers General public interested in suicide prevention
3. Key Takeaways:
“Question” refers to learning how to ask someone directly about suicidal thoughts. “Persuade” teaches how to listen with empathy and encourage the person to get help. “Refer” provides knowledge on how and where to refer someone for professional care. Emphasizes that anyone can be a "gatekeeper" and potentially save a life. Reinforces that early intervention can reduce suicide risk.
