Abstract

This resource guide was developed to further cultural competency for mental health clinicians working with suicidal Latino/a adolescents (ages 10-18) based on a comprehensive review of the literature. The development of the resource consisted of three main steps: 1. Reviewing the literature to determine risk and protective factors of suicide for Latino/a youth; 2. Reviewing literature to determine common themes of Evidence-Based Practices focused on addressing suicide for adolescents; and 3. Integrating the literature from both topics to inform the contents of the manual. The resource guide provides the results in a brief, user-friendly format for clinicians to use as an adjunct for treatment for suicidal behaviors in Latino/a youth. The manual also includes six exercises that were developed based on results from the literature review, including family-focused sessions. Recommendations for further study include evaluation from field experts and training workshops to receive feedback to support its efficacy in therapy and modify as needed.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Dissertations (PsyD) -- Psychology; Hispanic American teenagers -- Mental health; Mental health personnel -- Training of; Suicide -- Prevention

Date of Award

2017

School Affiliation

Graduate School of Education and Psychology

Department/Program

Psychology

Degree Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctorate

Faculty Advisor

Castañeda-Sound, Carrie;

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