Safety plan

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As described in the SAK, a safety plan is a strategy put in place between a healthcare practitioner and client on how to manage suicidal thoughts [545]. Some strategies that might be included in a safety plan are:

  • Identifying warning signs.
  • Preparing safety strategies, including identifying protective factors.
  • Strategies for staying safe.
  • Names and emergency contacts of supportive people, AOD workers, other key agencies involved in treatment.