Workplace Suicide Prevention: the Role and Potential of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Abstract

This webinar presents and overview of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and how high quality or top-tiered EAPs can be a true strategic partner and valuable resource for employers and employees to prevent and respond to workplace suicide. The presenters, are international leaders in the field of workplace suicide prevention and workplace behavioral health. Presenter, Dr. Jodi Frey co-chairs the American Association of Suicidology Workplace Suicide Prevention and Postvention Sub-Committee with moderator, Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas. Mr. Bernie Dyme is President/CEO of Perspectives, Ltd. a national leader in EAP and workplace leadership consultation in the U.S. Together, they present ideas for how workplaces can more effectively partner with their EAP to prevent and respond to suicide.