About the webinar
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, connection, and celebration—but for many, it can also be a period of heightened stress, loneliness, and emotional vulnerability. Nevertheless, many people think suicide rates rise at this time of the year. Come join us to find out the truth about suicide and the holidays, and learn some ways to combat loneliness, stress, and disappointment. This session will explore the emotional challenges that can surface during the season and offer practical guidance to help navigate them effectively.
Whether you work directly with clients, want to understand how to support those around you, or are struggling during the season, this session equips you with knowledge that can reduce the pressure and stress, and save lives. Join us to gain valuable insights, practical tools, and hope during a season when they’re needed most.
Learning Objectives:
- Separate fact from fiction about suicide risk during the holiday season.
- Recognize stress, loneliness, and emotional vulnerability common during holidays.
- Learn to detect early signs of distress in yourself and others.
- Explore practical strategies to reduce pressure and improve well-being.
- Apply tools to foster connection, support, and emotional strength.
Agenda:
Lecture & Brief Discussion (60 min) – Explore emotional challenges during the holiday season, including stress, loneliness, and vulnerability. Learn the truth about holiday suicide risk and practical strategies to reduce stress, foster connection, and build resilience for yourself and others.
CBT, Suicide, Trauma, Psychologist
Dr. Josephine Ridley, Ph.D., clinical psychologist, and owner of Ridley Behavioral Health, LLC, is an international speaker and expert in suicide prevention and diversity. Dr. Ridley consults for state and national organizations, teaches at Case Western Reserve University, and leads trainings on men...
CBT, Suicide, Trauma, Psychologist
Dr. Josephine Ridley, Ph.D., clinical psychologist, and owner of Ridley Behavioral Health, LLC, is an international speaker and expert in suicide prevention and diversity. Dr. Ridley consults for state and national organizations, teaches at Case Western Reserve University, and leads trainings on men...
Learning Objectives
Separate fact from fiction about suicide risk during the holiday season.
Recognize stress, loneliness, and emotional vulnerability common during holidays.
Learn to detect early signs of distress in yourself and others.
Explore practical strategies to reduce pressure and improve well-being.
Apply tools to foster connection, support, and emotional strength.
