FLX MORNING PODCAST – Megan Cortese, Family Counseling Service of the Finger Lakes

Ted Baker
Graphic showing a military uniform with 'SUICIDAL' on a name tape, with text about suicide prevention and the Lifeline number.
An informational graphic highlights the importance of recognizing less obvious signs of suicidal ideation, providing the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
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In this episode:

  • September is Suicide Prevention Month.
  • Megan teaches ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) to local school officials.
  • We discussed the components of the program, including prevention, postvention, intervention and the importance of asking the direct question “are you considering suicide?”