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Suicide is the leading cause of death in jails across the United States, making suicide prevention a priority of jail mental health care. Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is also concerning during jail incarceration. This chapter reviews terminology, rates, and statistics of suicide and NSSI behaviors across jail settings, as well as risk and protective factors. We discuss unique considerations for jail settings (e.g., motivations for suicidal behaviors and NSSI) and reentry into the community after jail incarceration. In addition, we review guidelines for practice, including suicide risk screening and assessment, and suicide risk management, with a focus on the development and implementation of suicide prevention and intervention plans for mental health, correctional, and administrative staff team, including sentinel event reviews. We also provide sample clinical scenarios for consideration. Approaching suicide prevention and intervention as a collaborative team effort across staff roles within the jail system is vital. |
