Analyze the difference between intervention and prevention programs in addressing suicide.

Key terms and concepts that may be included in student responses:
▪ Some intervention and prevention programs appear to reduce the risk of suicide.
▪ Intervention programs target people immediately at risk of suicide.They include crisis intervention services (e.g., suicide hotlines)and dialectical behavior therapy.
▪ Prevention programs target the public in general, or people who have risk factors but are not immediately in crisis.Prevention programs have focused on educating people broadly about suicide risk and the steps to take if they are suicidal or know of someone who is suicidal.